2005 BMW 530 vs. 2001 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Liana. (143 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Suzuki Liana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 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 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Liana. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2001 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 530 | Liana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2490 mm |
