2007 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, both 2007 BMW 525 and 2007 Daihatsu YRV were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 732 kg more than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. 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 Daihatsu YRV, 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 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. (88 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Daihatsu YRV. 2007 Daihatsu YRV 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 Daihatsu YRV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2007 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | BMW | Daihatsu |
| Model | 525 | YRV |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 15.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |
