2005 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Alero
To start off, both 2005 BMW 525 and 2005 Chevrolet Alero were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (225 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. (140 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. (199 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Alero. 2005 Chevrolet Alero has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Chevrolet Alero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2005 Chevrolet Alero | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 525 | Alero |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2392 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 140 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 199 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |