2005 BMW 520 vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 520 would be higher. At 2,997 cc, 2006 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 BMW 520. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 520.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 325 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 520 | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 520 | 325 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 2997 cc |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |
