2006 BMW 650 vs. 2004 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2006 BMW 650 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 BMW 650 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 650 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2004 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Liana 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 650 (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 650 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 650 | 2004 Suzuki Liana | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 650 | Liana |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4800 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 360 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |
