2000 BMW 525 vs. 2013 BMW 3 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 3 Series is newer by 13 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 3 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 3 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2000 BMW 525. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 525 weights approximately 100 kg more than 2013 BMW 3 Series.
Because 2013 BMW 3 Series is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW 3 Series 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, 2013 BMW 3 Series (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 525. (331 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 3 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 525 | 2013 BMW 3 Series | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 3 Series |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 331 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 215 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.4 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1961 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1395 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |