2005 BMW 525 vs. 2005 Suzuki Swift
To start off, both 2005 BMW 525 and 2005 Suzuki Swift were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (100 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 525 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Swift. 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 Swift. 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 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 525 | 2005 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 525 | Swift |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 228 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 12 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 1095 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.9 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 45 L |