2004 BMW 525 vs. 1994 Plymouth Breeze

To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Plymouth Breeze. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Plymouth Breeze would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (193 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. (132 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 306 kg more than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2004 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 2004 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Plymouth Breeze, 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, 2004 BMW 525 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Plymouth Breeze. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Plymouth Breeze.

Compare all specifications:

2004 BMW 525 1994 Plymouth Breeze
Make BMW Plymouth
Model 525 Breeze
Year Released 2004 1994
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2494 cc 1996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 193 HP 132 HP
Engine RPM 6100 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 245 Nm 174 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4950 RPM
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1656 kg 1350 kg
Vehicle Length 4810 mm 4750 mm
Vehicle Width 1810 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2730 mm 2750 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 79 L


 

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