2005 Suzuki XL7 vs. 2007 BMW 525
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 10 kg more than 2005 Suzuki XL7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 525 (251 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki XL7 | 2007 BMW 525 | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | XL7 | 525 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 78.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
