2007 Honda Jazz vs. 2005 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 Honda Jazz. (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 690 kg more than 2007 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 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 2005 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz, 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, 2005 BMW 525 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Jazz. (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 2005 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Honda | BMW |
| Model | Jazz | 525 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1337 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 215 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 70 L |
