2001 BMW 318 vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (152 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2001 BMW 318. (116 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 318 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
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, 2009 Suzuki Equator (232 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW 318 | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 318 | Equator |
Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1895 cc | 2488 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 116 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3200 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |