2006 BMW 525 vs. 2000 Pontiac Piranha
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Pontiac Piranha. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Pontiac Piranha would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (212 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2000 Pontiac Piranha.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 BMW 525 (250 Nm) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. (203 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Pontiac Piranha. 2000 Pontiac Piranha has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Pontiac Piranha will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2000 Pontiac Piranha | |
| Make | BMW | Pontiac |
| Model | 525 | Piranha |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2670 mm |
