2005 BMW X3 vs. 2005 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, both 2005 BMW X3 and 2005 Suzuki Aerio were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X3 (184 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X3 weights approximately 718 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X3 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 X3 (420 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Aerio. (206 Nm). This means 2005 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X3 | 2005 Suzuki Aerio | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | X3 | Aerio |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2294 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 184 HP | 155 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 206 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1925 kg | 1207 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.4 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |