2007 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, both 2007 BMW 525 and 2007 Buick LaCrosse were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick LaCrosse (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Buick LaCrosse weights approximately 471 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. 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, 2007 Buick LaCrosse, 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 Buick LaCrosse (306 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525. 2007 Buick LaCrosse 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. 2007 Buick LaCrosse will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2007 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | BMW | Buick |
Model | 525 | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 306 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1946 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2810 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |