2005 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Volkswagen Bora
To start off, both 2005 BMW 525 and 2005 Volkswagen Bora 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (150 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 355 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. 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 Volkswagen Bora. 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 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Bora. (210 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Bora.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2005 Volkswagen Bora | |
Make | BMW | Volkswagen |
Model | 525 | Bora |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 8.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1331 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |