2006 BMW 630 vs. 2006 Suzuki Swift

To start off, both 2006 BMW 630 and 2006 Suzuki Swift were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 630 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 630 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (91 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Swift. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 630 weights approximately 715 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Swift. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 BMW 630 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 BMW 630. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Swift, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 630 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Swift. (116 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 630 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Swift.

Compare all specifications:

2006 BMW 630 2006 Suzuki Swift
Make BMW Suzuki
Model 630 Swift
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Convertible Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2996 cc 1328 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 254 HP 91 HP
Engine RPM 6600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 300 Nm 116 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 85 mm 78 mm
Engine Stroke Size 88 mm 69.5 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.7:1 9.5:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 250 km/hour 175 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.2 seconds 11 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1760 kg 1045 kg
Vehicle Length 4830 mm 3700 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1510 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 2390 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 9.6 L/100km 6.3 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 45 L


 

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