2005 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Toyota Aygo
To start off, both 2005 BMW 525 and 2005 Toyota Aygo 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 (215 HP) has 162 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 796 kg more than 2005 Toyota Aygo. 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 Toyota Aygo. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Aygo. 2005 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Aygo 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 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | BMW | Toyota |
| Model | 525 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 73.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 15.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
