2004 BMW 525 vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, both 2004 BMW 525 and 2004 BMW 325 were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 58 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 375 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (220 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325. 2004 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW 325 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW 325 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 | 2004 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 325 |
Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 174 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 12.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.2 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |