2005 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, both 2005 BMW 525 and 2005 Suzuki Liana were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (103 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 471 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Suzuki Liana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 525 | Liana |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Top Speed | 232 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.4 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |