2001 Suzuki Aerio vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Aerio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Aerio would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 605 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Suzuki Aerio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Aerio will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 BMW 335 (406 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Aerio | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | Aerio | 335 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2810 mm |
