2004 BMW M5 vs. 2010 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2010 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW M5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW M5 would be higher. At 4,999 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 BMW M5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (150 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW M5 weights approximately 423 kg more than 2010 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki SX4 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 M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki SX4. (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW M5 | 2010 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | M5 | SX4 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4999 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 22.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |
