2005 BMW 320 vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2005 BMW 320 and 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2005 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 320 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 320 (330 Nm) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 320 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 320 | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 320 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 220 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |