2007 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Daihatsu Altis
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Daihatsu Altis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Daihatsu Altis would be higher. At 5,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. (157 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 75 kg more than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Daihatsu Altis, 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 @ 2900 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Daihatsu Altis. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Daihatsu Altis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2005 Daihatsu Altis | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 525 | Altis |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 5497 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1420 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2730 mm |
