2005 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2013 Ford Fusion is newer by 8 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Fusion (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Fusion weights approximately 20 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.
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, 2013 Ford Fusion, 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 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fusion. (230 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fusion.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2013 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2121 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
