2004 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina 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 5,667 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 151 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Lumina (470 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525. 2004 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2007 Chevrolet Lumina has manual transmission. 2007 Chevrolet Lumina 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 | 2007 Chevrolet Lumina | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 525 | Lumina |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5667 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 470 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 222 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 1613 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2940 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8 L/100km | 13.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
