2005 BMW 525 vs. 2004 BMW 325
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 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. Both 2005 BMW 525 and 2004 BMW 325 are equipped with a 2,494 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. 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 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (222 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2004 BMW 325 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 325 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2004 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 116 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1335 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |