2006 BMW X3 vs. 2001 Suzuki Lapin
To start off, 2006 BMW X3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Lapin. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Lapin would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X3 (227 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X3 weights approximately 955 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 BMW X3 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 X3 (291 Nm) has 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Lapin. (108 Nm). This means 2006 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Lapin.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X3 | 2001 Suzuki Lapin | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | X3 | Lapin |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 658 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 68.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89.7 mm | 60.4 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2370 mm |
