2004 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2004 BMW 325 and 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2004). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (116 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 325 (222 Nm) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2004 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 325 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 116 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1335 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 64 L |
