2005 BMW 530 vs. 2005 Suzuki Reno
To start off, both 2005 BMW 530 and 2005 Suzuki Reno were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 530 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Reno. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 530 weights approximately 328 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Reno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 530 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 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Reno, 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 530 (390 Nm) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2005 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 530 | Reno |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 178 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1262 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 55 L |