2007 BMW 525 vs. 2005 BMW 318
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 318 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 102 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 210 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 BMW 318 (281 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2005 BMW 318 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 318 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 202 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
