2006 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Ford Fusion
To start off, 2010 Ford Fusion 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Fusion (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 51 kg more than 2010 Ford Fusion.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Fusion, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford Fusion (337 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525. 2010 Ford Fusion 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 Fusion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 525 | 2010 Ford Fusion | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | Fusion |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1629 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |
