2007 BMW 525 vs. 2007 Ford Ka
To start off, both 2007 BMW 525 and 2007 Ford Ka 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 121 more horse power than 2007 Ford Ka. (94 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 144 kg more than 2007 Ford Ka. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 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 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Ka. (136 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Ka.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 525 | 2007 Ford Ka | |
Make | BMW | Ford |
Model | 525 | Ka |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1599 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 82.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 173 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 12.1 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1136 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |