2005 BMW 525 vs. 2005 MG ZR
To start off, both 2005 BMW 525 and 2005 MG ZR were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 3 more horse power than 2005 MG ZR. (158 HP @ 6900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 MG ZR. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 370 kg more than 2005 MG ZR. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 MG ZR, 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, 2005 BMW 525 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG ZR. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG ZR.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2005 MG ZR | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 525 | ZR |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| 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 | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 8.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |
