2000 BMW 325 vs. 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (166 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 73 kg more than 2000 BMW 325.
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, 2000 BMW 325 (246 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2000 BMW 325 | 2013 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 325 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2000 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2393 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 219 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 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 Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |