2005 BMW 730 vs. 2007 Suzuki Reno
To start off, 2007 Suzuki Reno is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW 730 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 730 (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Reno. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 730 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Reno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 730 weights approximately 910 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Reno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW 730 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 730. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 730 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Reno. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2005 BMW 730 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Reno.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 730 | 2007 Suzuki Reno | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 730 | Reno |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
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 | 225 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 500 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1065 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.3 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.2 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 55 L |