2006 BMW 525 vs. 2005 MG TF
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 MG TF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 MG TF would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2005 MG TF. (115 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 MG TF.
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 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 MG TF. (145 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 MG TF.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2005 MG TF | |
| Make | BMW | MG |
| Model | 525 | TF |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
