2006 BMW 320 vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 320 is newer by 1 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 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2006 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 BMW 320 (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 320 | 2005 BMW 525 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 320 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.1 seconds | 8.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
