1996 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1996 BMW 525. (141 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1996 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 525 weights approximately 328 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
Because 1996 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 1996 BMW 525. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4, 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, 1996 BMW 525 (279 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 BMW 525 | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 525 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 279 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1563 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4491 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1544 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
