2004 BMW 320 vs. 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2004 BMW 320 is newer by 2 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, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 320.
Because 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2004 BMW 320 (350 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2004 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 320 | 2002 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 320 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
