2007 BMW 325 vs. 2004 BMW 525

To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (193 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 161 kg more than 2007 BMW 325.

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 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.

Compare all specifications:

2007 BMW 325 2004 BMW 525
Make BMW BMW
Model 325 525
Year Released 2007 2004
Body Type Hatchback Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 2494 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 193 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.1 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.8 mm 75 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.5:1
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.9 seconds 8.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 1656 kg
Vehicle Length 4530 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1790 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2770 mm 2730 mm
Fuel Consumption City 11.8 L/100km 13.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.4 L/100km 9.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 70 L


 

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