2005 BMW 535 vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, both 2005 BMW 535 and 2005 BMW 525 were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 535 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 535 (241 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 BMW 535.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 535. 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 535 (345 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 535 | 2005 BMW 525 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 535 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 241 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.9 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 247 km/hour | 228 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.6 seconds | 8.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.6 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
