2004 Suzuki Vitara vs. 2012 BMW X1
To start off, 2012 BMW X1 is newer by 8 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 BMW X1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X1 (176 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X1 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X1 weights approximately 195 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, 2012 BMW X1 (350 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki Vitara | 2012 BMW X1 | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | Vitara | X1 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4454 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1798 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1545 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.5 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
