2006 BMW 530 vs. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport
To start off, 2006 BMW 530 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki EV Sport would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 530 weights approximately 390 kg more than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 530 (480 Nm) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (106 Nm). This means 2006 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 530 | 2001 Suzuki EV Sport | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 530 | EV Sport |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 398 cc |
Horse Power | 201 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 106 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2240 mm |