2007 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Toyota Ipsum
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Ipsum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Ipsum would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Ipsum. (157 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Ipsum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Ipsum weights approximately 225 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Ipsum, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Ipsum. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Ipsum.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2004 Toyota Ipsum | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 525 | Ipsum |
Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 61 L |