2004 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2009 BMW 335
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 130 kg more than 2004 Suzuki XL7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (400 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Suzuki XL7 | 2009 BMW 335 | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | XL7 | 335 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 63 L |
