2006 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Honda That

To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda That. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Honda That would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 2005 Honda That. (51 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Honda That. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 810 kg more than 2005 Honda That. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 Honda That is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Honda That 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 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda That. (61 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda That. 2005 Honda That 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. 2005 Honda That will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 525 2005 Honda That
Make BMW Honda
Model 525 That
Year Released 2006 2005
Body Type Sedan Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2999 cc 655 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 3 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 215 HP 51 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 7200 RPM
Torque 251 Nm 61 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85.1 mm 66 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.1 mm 64 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1630 kg 820 kg
Vehicle Length 4860 mm 3400 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1480 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2370 mm


 

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