2005 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Hyundai Elantra
To start off, 2011 Hyundai Elantra 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (191 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai Elantra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai Elantra. (177 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai Elantra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2011 Hyundai Elantra | |
Make | BMW | Hyundai |
Model | 525 | Elantra |
Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 191 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4529 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1435 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 6.4 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.1 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 48 L |