2007 BMW 525 vs. 2004 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 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), 2004 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (190 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (174 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2004 BMW 525 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2497 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 174 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 410 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 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 | 1575 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
