1996 Suzuki Escudo vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Escudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Escudo would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 905 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 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, 2006 BMW 525 (250 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (156 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Escudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Suzuki Escudo | 2006 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | Escudo | 525 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 156 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2890 mm |
