2007 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Ford C-MAX
To start off, both 2007 BMW 525 and 2007 Ford C-MAX 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 101 more horse power than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford C-MAX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 113 kg more than 2007 Ford C-MAX. 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 Ford C-MAX, 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 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford C-MAX. (155 Nm @ 4150 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford C-MAX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2007 Ford C-MAX | |
| Make | BMW | Ford |
| Model | 525 | C-MAX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4150 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 186 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.8 seconds | 11.9 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1452 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 53 L |
