2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2010 BMW X5
To start off, 2010 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (304 HP @ 440 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 720 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.
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, 2010 BMW X5 (600 Nm) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | Grand Vitara | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 7.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |
