2000 BMW 525 vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,737 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2000 BMW 525. (170 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 BMW 525 weights approximately 115 kg more than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 BMW 525 (331 Nm) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2000 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 525 | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 525 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.8 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 64 L |
