2005 BMW 330 vs. 2007 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Aerio is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 330 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. (155 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 470 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Aerio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Aerio will offer significantly more control. 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 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 330 | 2007 Suzuki Aerio | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 330 | Aerio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |