2007 BMW 525 vs. 2013 BMW X1
To start off, 2013 BMW X1 is newer by 6 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 5,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X1 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X1 weights approximately 270 kg more than 2007 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 BMW X1 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X1 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, 2013 BMW X1 (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2013 BMW X1 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | X1 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5497 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4484 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2044 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
