2005 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Suzuki Swift

To start off, both 2005 BMW X5 and 2005 Suzuki Swift were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,926 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 BMW X5 weights approximately 1170 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Suzuki Swift. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 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 X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Swift. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Swift.

Compare all specifications:

2005 BMW X5 2005 Suzuki Swift
Make BMW Suzuki
Model X5 Swift
Year Released 2005 2005
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2926 cc 1488 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 215 HP 101 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 133 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 84 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 90 mm 78 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 18.0:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 210 km/hour 185 km/hour
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2170 kg 1000 kg
Vehicle Length 4670 mm 3700 mm
Vehicle Width 1880 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1720 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2830 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 8.6 L/100km 6.5 L/100km


 

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