2006 BMW 525 vs. 2005 BMW 330
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 215 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 140 kg more than 2005 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2005 BMW 330 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 330 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2977 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7400 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
