2009 BMW 525 vs. 2006 BMW 745
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 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 745 should accelerate faster 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, 2006 BMW 745 (700 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525. 2006 BMW 745 has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 525 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 745 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 2006 BMW 745 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 745 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 4423 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 325 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 245 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 6.6 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5050 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 88 L |