2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2013 BMW 5 Series
To start off, 2013 BMW 5 Series is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 BMW 5 Series is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 5 Series (296 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 395 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.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 5 Series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2013 BMW 5 Series (407 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (221 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
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2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
Make | Suzuki | BMW |
Model | Grand Vitara | 5 Series |
Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2491 cc | 2979 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 165 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 407 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4180 mm | 4905 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2094 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |