2009 BMW 125 vs. 2007 BMW 525

To start off, 2009 BMW 125 is newer by 2 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. Both 2009 BMW 125 and 2007 BMW 525 are equipped with a 2,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 BMW 525. (175 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 334 kg more than 2009 BMW 125.

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, 2007 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 125. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 125. 2007 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 125 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 125 2007 BMW 525
Make BMW BMW
Model 125 525
Year Released 2009 2007
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 2497 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.2:1 17.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Top Speed 245 km/hour 230 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 6.4 seconds 8.1 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1326 kg 1660 kg
Vehicle Length 4370 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1760 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2670 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 5.1 L/100km 6.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 53 L 70 L


 

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