2005 BMW 525 vs. 1998 Honda Legend
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1998 Honda Legend. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda Legend weights approximately 155 kg more than 2005 BMW 525.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda Legend, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1998 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 1998 Honda Legend | |
Make | BMW | Honda |
Model | 525 | Legend |
Year Released | 2005 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3474 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 205 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1725 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.4 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |