2007 BMW 330 vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, both 2007 BMW 330 and 2007 BMW 525 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 215 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 140 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, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525. 2007 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2007 BMW 525 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | 525 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |