2005 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R 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 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R (268 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz R should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 630 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz R.
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 Mercedes-Benz R (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz R | |
| Make | BMW | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 525 | R |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3220 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
