2005 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2005 BMW 330 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 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 192 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 BMW 330 (420 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 330 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2983 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 234 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 13.9 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1533 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |