2005 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Malibu
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Malibu 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (169 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu. (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2010 Chevrolet Malibu | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 525 | Malibu |
Year Released | 2005 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 169 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4872 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1786 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2852 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |