2009 BMW 525 vs. 2006 BMW 523

To start off, 2009 BMW 525 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 523. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 523 would be higher. Both 2009 BMW 525 and 2006 BMW 523 are equipped with a 2,497 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2006 BMW 523. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 523. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 523 weights approximately 340 kg more than 2009 BMW 525.

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 525 (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 523. (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 523. 2009 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 523 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 523 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 BMW 525 2006 BMW 523
Make BMW BMW
Model 525 523
Year Released 2009 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 2497 cc
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 175 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 230 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 78.8 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.8 mm 82 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 11.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Top Speed 245 km/hour 230 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.9 seconds 9 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 1835 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4850 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.2 L/100km 10.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L


 

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