2005 BMW 525 vs. 2009 BMW 135
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 4 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 174 kg more than 2009 BMW 135.
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, 2009 BMW 135 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525. 2005 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 135 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2009 BMW 135 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 135 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 5.3 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1326 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |