2005 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Nissan GT-R
To start off, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan GT-R is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan GT-R (538 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 323 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan GT-R weights approximately 162 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 2013 Nissan GT-R is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Nissan GT-R 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, 2013 Nissan GT-R (628 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan GT-R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2013 Nissan GT-R | |
Make | BMW | Nissan |
Model | 525 | GT-R |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 3800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 538 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 628 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1732 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1372 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2780 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.4 L/100km | 13 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 74 L |