2004 BMW X5 vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2004 BMW X5 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 2,978 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 BMW X5 weights approximately 645 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 X5 (290 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2004 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | X5 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1465 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 64 L |
