2000 BMW 525 vs. 2010 BMW 325
To start off, 2010 BMW 325 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2000 BMW 525. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 525 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2010 BMW 325.
Because 2010 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW 325 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW 525 (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 325. (270 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 525 | 2010 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 244 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 7.3 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
