2003 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 2003 BMW 525. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 525.
Because 2003 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2003 BMW 525 | 2006 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
Make | BMW | Pontiac |
Model | 525 | Grand Prix |
Year Released | 2003 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2492 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 438 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.6 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |