2012 BMW 525 vs. 2013 Ford Fiesta

To start off, 2013 Ford Fiesta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 BMW 525 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 525 (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (118 HP @ 6350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Fiesta.

Because 2012 BMW 525 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Fiesta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 BMW 525 (450 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Fiesta. (152 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Fiesta. 2012 BMW 525 has automatic transmission and 2013 Ford Fiesta has manual transmission. 2013 Ford Fiesta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW 525 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2012 BMW 525 2013 Ford Fiesta
Make BMW Ford
Model 525 Fiesta
Year Released 2012 2013
Body Type Station Wagon Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 1600 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 6350 RPM
Torque 450 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 79 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 81 mm
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type 8-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 4907 mm 4409 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1976 mm
Vehicle Height 1462 mm 1473 mm
Wheelbase Size 2968 mm 2489 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 45 L


 

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