2006 BMW 525 vs. 2007 BMW 330
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 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 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (190 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (181 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 235 kg more 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 330 (390 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 BMW 330 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 330 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2926 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 181 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 245 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 7.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |