2009 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Xedos 9
To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Xedos 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Xedos 9 would be higher. Both 2009 BMW 525 and 2005 Xedos 9 are equipped with a 2,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 2005 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Xedos 9 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 2005 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | BMW | Xedos |
| Model | 525 | 9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| 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 | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2760 mm |
