2001 BMW Compact vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Compact. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Compact would be higher. At 2,501 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW Compact is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW Compact (193 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW Compact should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2001 BMW Compact.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 BMW 525 (245 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW Compact. (237 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW Compact.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Compact | 2005 BMW 525 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | Compact | 525 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
