2006 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 4 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Explorer 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, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Explorer. (344 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Explorer. 2010 Ford Explorer 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. 2010 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 344 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4912 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1849 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2888 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
