2005 BMW 545 vs. 2002 BMW 520
To start off, 2005 BMW 545 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 520. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 520 would be higher. At 4,390 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 545 (326 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2002 BMW 520. (168 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 520 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 BMW 545.
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, 2005 BMW 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 520. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 520.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 545 | 2002 BMW 520 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 545 | 520 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4390 cc | 2170 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 326 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1665 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |