2009 BMW 525 vs. 2013 BMW X5
To start off, 2013 BMW X5 is newer by 4 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 5,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW X5 (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2009 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW X5 weights approximately 725 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.
Because 2013 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 BMW X5 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW X5 (407 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2013 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 525 | 2013 BMW X5 | |
| Make | BMW | BMW |
| Model | 525 | X5 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5495 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 2197 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 85 L |
