2006 BMW 330 vs. 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2006 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 330 (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 330 weights approximately 400 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 BMW 330 (290 Nm) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 330 | 2004 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 330 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 1410 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
