2001 BMW X5 vs. 1994 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2001 BMW X5 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Suzuki Swift. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Suzuki Swift would be higher. At 4,619 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (329 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 259 more horse power than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 1320 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Swift. 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 X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 378 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Swift. (102 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW X5 | 1994 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | X5 | Swift |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4619 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 329 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 40 L |
