2005 Suzuki XL7 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 XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki XL7 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 111 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 5 Series should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 BMW 5 Series weights approximately 240 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.
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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2013 BMW 5 Series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Suzuki XL7 | 2013 BMW 5 Series | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | XL7 | 5 Series |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2737 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.2 :1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4905 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2094 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1464 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2968 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 70 L |
