2008 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2008 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Smart ForTwo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Smart ForTwo would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (40 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 660 kg more than 2005 Smart ForTwo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Smart ForTwo. (100 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 525 | 2005 Smart ForTwo | |
Make | BMW | Smart |
Model | 525 | ForTwo |
Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 40 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 65.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 19.8 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 2510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 1820 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.7 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 22 L |