2007 BMW 525 vs. 2006 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Explorer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Explorer would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Ford Explorer (407 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2006 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | Explorer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
