2007 BMW 330 vs. 2004 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 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 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 165 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
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, 2004 BMW 525 (410 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2004 BMW 525 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | 525 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2995 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 254 HP | 174 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 84.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 17.0:1 |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 8.3 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 | 1540 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |