2007 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 2,972 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Magna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Magna weights approximately 175 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 will offer significantly more control. 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 Mitsubishi Magna (255 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Magna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2005 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 525 | Magna |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2730 mm |
