1999 BMW X5 vs. 1999 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, both 1999 BMW X5 and 1999 Suzuki Baleno were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW X5 (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 BMW X5 weights approximately 1264 kg more than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 BMW X5 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, 1999 BMW X5 (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Suzuki Baleno. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Suzuki Baleno.
Compare all specifications:
1999 BMW X5 | 1999 Suzuki Baleno | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | X5 | Baleno |
Year Released | 1999 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 439 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 207 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 51 L |