2005 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Rover 75
To start off, both 2005 BMW 525 and 2005 Rover 75 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 32 more horse power than 2005 Rover 75. (129 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 75 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 BMW 525.
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 Rover 75, 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 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Rover 75. (300 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Rover 75.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2005 Rover 75 | |
Make | BMW | Rover |
Model | 525 | 75 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 11.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 65 L |