2004 Suzuki Aerio vs. 2012 BMW 335
To start off, 2012 BMW 335 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Aerio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Aerio would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 335 (320 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Aerio. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW 335 weights approximately 511 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Aerio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Aerio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 335. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Aerio 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, 2012 BMW 335 (450 Nm) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm). This means 2012 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Aerio | 2012 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | Aerio | 335 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1304 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1783 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1372 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 57 L |
