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 @ 6000 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 80 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.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 220 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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 | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 22.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |
