2005 BMW 325 vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 325 would be higher. Both 2005 BMW 325 and 2007 BMW 525 are equipped with a 2,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 258 kg more than 2005 BMW 325.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 325 | 2007 BMW 525 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 325 | 525 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
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 | 215 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |