2006 BMW 525 vs. 2007 BMW 130
To start off, 2007 BMW 130 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,999 cc, 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
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, 2007 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2007 BMW 130 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 2996 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
