2005 BMW 748 vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara

To start off, both 2005 BMW 748 and 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 BMW 748 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 748 (362 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 748 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW 748 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2005 BMW 748 (500 Nm) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2005 BMW 748 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW 748 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
Make BMW Suzuki
Model 748 Grand Vitara
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4799 cc 2491 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 362 HP 165 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 500 Nm 220 Nm
Engine Bore Size 93 mm 84 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88.3 mm 75 mm
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1910 kg 1445 kg
Vehicle Length 5040 mm 4180 mm
Vehicle Width 1910 mm 1790 mm
Vehicle Height 1500 mm 1720 mm
Wheelbase Size 3000 mm 2490 mm


 

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