1996 BMW 840 vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 BMW 840. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 BMW 840 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 BMW 840 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 BMW 840 (282 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (261 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 BMW 840 should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 BMW 840 weights approximately 595 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Suzuki Equator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 BMW 840. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator 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, 1996 BMW 840 (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 BMW 840 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
1996 BMW 840 | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 840 | Equator |
Year Released | 1996 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3560 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.3 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 19.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |