2004 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Cadillac SRX
To start off, 2005 Cadillac SRX is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. At 3,556 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac SRX (255 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 196 kg more than 2004 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Cadillac SRX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac SRX will offer significantly more control. 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Cadillac SRX. (342 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Cadillac SRX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 2005 Cadillac SRX | |
| Make | BMW | Cadillac |
| Model | 525 | SRX |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 255 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2960 mm |
