1995 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 BMW 330 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1995 BMW 330. (190 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1995 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Suzuki XL7 (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 BMW 330. (280 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki XL7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 BMW 330. 2007 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 1995 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 1995 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 BMW 330 | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 330 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |
