2005 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Forenza is newer by 3 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 2,793 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 330 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 330 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Forenza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (401 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 2008 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 330 | Forenza |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2793 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.6 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
