2005 BMW 525 vs. 2009 BMW X5
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 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 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 161 kg more than 2009 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 X5 (476 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 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 X5 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | X5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4799 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 350 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 476 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 88.3 mm |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 242 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 6.5 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2940 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |