2009 BMW 325 vs. 2004 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. Both 2009 BMW 325 and 2004 BMW 525 are equipped with a 2,494 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (189 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 525 weights approximately 345 kg more than 2009 BMW 325.
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, 2009 BMW 325 (271 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 325 | 2004 BMW 525 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 325 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
