2005 BMW 325 vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 4 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. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 BMW 325. (190 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 135 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 525 (250 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2009 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 | 2009 BMW 525 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
