2009 BMW 523 vs. 2005 BMW 525

To start off, 2009 BMW 523 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 525 would be higher. Both 2009 BMW 523 and 2005 BMW 525 are equipped with a 2,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 175 kg more than 2009 BMW 523.

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, 2005 BMW 525 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 523.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 523 2005 BMW 525
Make BMW BMW
Model 523 525
Year Released 2009 2005
Body Type Sedan Station Wagon
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 175 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 230 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82.1 mm 80 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.8 mm 82.8 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 18.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Diesel
Acceleration 0-100mph 8.5 seconds 9.4 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1565 kg 1740 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4810 mm
Vehicle Width 1850 mm 1810 mm
Vehicle Height 1470 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2840 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.5 L/100km 7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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