2007 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox
To start off, both 2007 BMW 525 and 2007 Chevrolet Equinox were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,425 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2007 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. 2007 Chevrolet Equinox 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 Chevrolet Equinox will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2007 Chevrolet Equinox | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 525 | Equinox |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 3425 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 285 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.1 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |