2005 BMW 525 vs. 2006 BMW 545
To start off, 2006 BMW 545 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. Both 2005 BMW 525 and 2006 BMW 545 are equipped with a 2,494 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2006 BMW 545 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 545 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2494 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 328 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
