2005 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis 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. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (227 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 209 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. 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 2006 Lancia Thesis. 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | BMW | Lancia |
| Model | 525 | Thesis |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3179 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 9.1 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 | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |
