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 2,993 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 330 weights approximately 45 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 330 | 2007 BMW 525 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 330 | 525 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2496 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 | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1495 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.6 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |