2004 BMW 525 vs. 2007 BMW 325
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 3 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (193 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 136 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525. 2007 BMW 325 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. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 525 | 2007 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.2 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |
