2005 BMW 525 vs. 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. (89 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 BMW 525 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace. (226 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 1997 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 525 | Hi-Ace |
Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |