2004 BMW 525 vs. 2001 BMW 320
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 320 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2001 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2001 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 BMW 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 320. (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 2001 BMW 320 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 320 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 5.3 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.2 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
