2006 BMW 120 vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 120 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2006 BMW 120. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 120 weights approximately 360 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
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, 2007 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 120. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 120 | 2007 BMW 525 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 120 | 525 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.4 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |