2001 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2009 BMW 330
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2001 Suzuki 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, 2009 BMW 330 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. 2009 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki Vitara has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Suzuki Vitara | 2009 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | Vitara | 330 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1905 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2770 mm |
