2004 BMW 325 vs. 2001 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2004 BMW 325 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 2,490 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2001 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 325 | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 41 L |
