2001 BMW 745 vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW 745. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW 745 would be higher. At 4,398 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW 745 weights approximately 325 kg more than 2004 Suzuki XL7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 BMW 745 (450 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2001 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW 745 | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 745 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1985 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
