2004 BMW 525 vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (355 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision.
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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision (530 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (410 Nm). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525. 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 2002 Mercedes-Benz Vision | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 525 | Vision |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
