2000 BMW 316 vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 316 would be higher. At 2,393 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2000 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 180 kg more than 2000 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 316. (175 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 316 | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 316 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1398 kg | 1578 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |