2004 Suzuki 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 Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 BMW X5 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X5 weights approximately 1055 kg more than 2004 Suzuki 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 (576 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2010 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Vitara | 2010 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | Vitara | X5 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1247 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 576 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1315 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1765 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2934 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 85 L |
