2000 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2010 BMW 125
To start off, 2010 BMW 125 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW 125 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW 125 (215 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW 125 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW 125 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Vitara 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, 2010 BMW 125 (270 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 BMW 125 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Vitara. 2010 BMW 125 has automatic transmission and 2000 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 2000 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 BMW 125 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Suzuki Vitara | 2010 BMW 125 | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | Vitara | 125 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2670 mm |
