2005 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Lumina
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 3 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 3,565 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (254 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 73 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (340 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 525 | Lumina |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3565 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 97.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.3 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1592 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 75 L |