2001 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, both 2001 BMW X5 and 2001 Suzuki Jimny were released in the same year (2001). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 BMW X5 (181 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 BMW X5 weights approximately 1130 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. 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 (391 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. 2001 Suzuki Jimny has automatic transmission and 2001 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2001 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Suzuki Jimny will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2001 BMW X5 | 2001 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | X5 | Jimny |
Year Released | 2001 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 74.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2155 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2260 mm |