2005 Holden Cruze vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, both 2005 Holden Cruze 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Holden Cruze. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Holden Cruze. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 505 kg more than 2005 Holden Cruze. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Holden Cruze is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Holden Cruze 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 525 (351 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Holden Cruze. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Holden Cruze. 2005 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2005 Holden Cruze has manual transmission. 2005 Holden Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Holden Cruze | 2005 BMW 525 | |
Make | Holden | BMW |
Model | Cruze | 525 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2730 mm |