2002 BMW 332 vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 332. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 332 would be higher. At 3,201 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 BMW 332 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 BMW 332 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 BMW 332 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 BMW 332 weights approximately 245 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 BMW 332 (330 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2002 BMW 332 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 BMW 332 | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 332 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 2489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
