2004 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2005 Xedos 9 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. Both 2004 BMW 525 and 2005 Xedos 9 are equipped with a 2,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 525 (174 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2005 Xedos 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 525 (390 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Xedos |
| Model | 525 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 174 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
