2009 BMW 525 vs. 2006 BMW 630

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 630. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 630 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2009 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2006 BMW 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525. 2009 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW 630 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW 630 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 630
Make BMW BMW
Model 525 630
Year Released 2009 2006
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 2996 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 254 HP
Engine RPM 6500 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 250 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 2500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 82 mm 85 mm
Engine Stroke Size 78.8 mm 88 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 11.0:1 10.7:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 245 km/hour 250 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.9 seconds 7.2 seconds
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1495 kg 1760 kg
Vehicle Length 4850 mm 4830 mm
Vehicle Width 1470 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1850 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 2890 mm 2790 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.2 L/100km 9.6 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 70 L