2001 Suzuki Ignis vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (244 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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 X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (101 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Ignis | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | Ignis | X5 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.5 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 155 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 2150 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3620 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 85 L |
