2005 BMW 525 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 75 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.
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 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 335 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 576 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 17.0:1 |
Top Speed | 242 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 60 L |