2005 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Honda HR-V
To start off, both 2005 BMW 525 and 2005 Honda HR-V 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 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 Honda HR-V. (106 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda HR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 466 kg more than 2005 Honda HR-V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda HR-V. 2005 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda HR-V has manual transmission. 2005 Honda HR-V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2005 Honda HR-V | |
| Make | BMW | Honda |
| Model | 525 | HR-V |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 162 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 12.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1309 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |
