2004 BMW 325 vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 7250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW 325 weights approximately 300 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (237 Nm). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 325 | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 325 | Equator |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
