2011 BMW X5 vs. 2012 BMW 525
To start off, 2012 BMW 525 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW X5 would be higher. At 4,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2012 BMW 525. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2012 BMW 525. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 BMW X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 525. (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW X5 | 2012 BMW 525 | |
Make | BMW | BMW |
Model | X5 | 525 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4400 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 400 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 609 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2440 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4857 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1776 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 4.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 6.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 70 L |