2009 BMW 525 vs. 2011 BMW 520
To start off, 2011 BMW 520 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 525 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 33 more horse power than 2011 BMW 520. (182 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 520. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW 520 weights approximately 285 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, 2011 BMW 520 (270 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 520 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525. 2011 BMW 520 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. 2011 BMW 520 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 525 | 2011 BMW 520 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | 525 | 520 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 240 km/hour | 227 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.5 seconds | 7.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 1670 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.5 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |