2006 BMW 130 vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2006 BMW 130 and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 130 (261 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 3300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 130 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 130 (315 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2006 BMW 130 has automatic transmission and 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 BMW 130 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 130 | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 130 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1790 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 66 L |
