2002 BMW 318 vs. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 318 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2002 BMW 318. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 10 kg more than 2002 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2002 BMW 318 (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 BMW 318 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Suzuki Kizashi.
Compare all specifications:
2002 BMW 318 | 2013 Suzuki Kizashi | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 318 | Kizashi |
Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 280 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4651 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 5.5 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |