2005 BMW 325 vs. 2003 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 325 (184 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2003 Suzuki Liana. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2003 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 325 weights approximately 330 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 325 (237 Nm) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Suzuki Liana. (143 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 325 | 2003 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 325 | Liana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
