2009 BMW 525 vs. 2002 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Mark II. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 55 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
Because 2002 Toyota Mark II 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, 2002 Toyota Mark II 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Mark II. (200 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Mark II.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 2002 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | BMW | Toyota |
Model | 525 | Mark II |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1555 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |