2001 BMW X Coupe vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW X Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW X Coupe would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X Coupe (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X Coupe should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X Coupe weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 X Coupe (397 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2001 BMW X Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X Coupe | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | X Coupe | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2994 cc | 2490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 64 L |
