2005 BMW 525 vs. 2004 BMW 318
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 318 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 47 more horse power than 2004 BMW 318. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 190 kg more than 2004 BMW 318. 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 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2004 BMW 318 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 318 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 81 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 67 L |