2005 BMW 525 vs. 2011 BMW 120
To start off, 2011 BMW 120 is newer by 6 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 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2011 BMW 120. (143 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2011 BMW 120. 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, 2011 BMW 120 (300 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2011 BMW 120 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 120 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.9 seconds | 9.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1560 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1411 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 4.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 51 L |