2007 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Vauxhall Frontera would be higher. At 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. (202 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Vauxhall Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 440 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 2007 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2007 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2005 Vauxhall Frontera | |
Make | BMW | Vauxhall |
Model | 525 | Frontera |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3165 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2470 mm |