2004 BMW 525 vs. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT
To start off, 2004 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Carrera GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Carrera GT would be higher. At 5,731 cc (10 cylinders), 2002 Porsche Carrera GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT (604 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 415 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Carrera GT should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2002 Porsche Carrera GT.
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 Porsche Carrera GT (620 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 375 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525. 2004 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche Carrera GT has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche Carrera GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 2002 Porsche Carrera GT | |
Make | BMW | Porsche |
Model | 525 | Carrera GT |
Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 5731 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 604 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 76 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1345 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1170 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 17.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |