2005 BMW 525 vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 5 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 464 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.
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, 2010 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 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 | 2010 BMW X5 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | X5 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2934 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |