2006 BMW 525 vs. 2000 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2006 BMW 525 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (175 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 2000 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2006 BMW 525 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2000 Suzuki Ignis | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 525 | Ignis |
Year Released | 2006 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 41 L |