2008 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Mazda BT-50
To start off, 2012 Mazda BT-50 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,953 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2012 Mazda BT-50. (154 HP @ 3200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda BT-50.
Because 2012 Mazda BT-50 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda BT-50 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, 2012 Mazda BT-50 (380 Nm @ 180 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 525 | 2012 Mazda BT-50 | |
| Make | BMW | Mazda |
| Model | 525 | BT-50 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 180 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 96.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3010 mm |
