2005 BMW 525 vs. 2008 Hyundai Entourage
To start off, 2008 Hyundai Entourage 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Hyundai Entourage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (250 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Hyundai Entourage should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 628 kg more than 2008 Hyundai Entourage.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Hyundai Entourage. 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, 2008 Hyundai Entourage (344 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Hyundai Entourage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2008 Hyundai Entourage | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 525 | Entourage |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1058 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |