2001 BMW 318 vs. 2001 Suzuki GSX R4
To start off, both 2001 BMW 318 and 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 BMW 318 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 788 kg more than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4.
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, 2001 BMW 318 (200 Nm) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. (137 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki GSX R4. 2001 BMW 318 has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 BMW 318 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 318 | 2001 Suzuki GSX R4 | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 318 | GSX R4 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 141 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 137 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1428 kg | 640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2340 mm |