2007 BMW 525 vs. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7
To start off, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7. (173 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2007 BMW 525.
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, 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7, 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 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7. (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 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. 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2009 Luxgen Luxgen7 | |
| Make | BMW | Luxgen |
| Model | 525 | Luxgen7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4845 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1876 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1768 mm |
