2008 BMW 525 vs. 2008 BMW 335
To start off, both 2008 BMW 525 and 2008 BMW 335 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2008 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 525 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2008 BMW 335.
Because 2008 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 BMW 335 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2008 BMW 335 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.5 seconds | 5.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.9 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
