2009 BMW 335 vs. 2009 BMW 525
To start off, both 2009 BMW 335 and 2009 BMW 525 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525.
Because 2009 BMW 335 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 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, 2009 BMW 335 (407 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2009 BMW 525 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 335 | 525 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 82 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |