2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2012 BMW X3
To start off, 2012 BMW X3 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X3 (182 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X3 weights approximately 110 kg more than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 X3 (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2012 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | Grand Vitara | X3 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1881 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1675 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2810 mm |
