2006 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Samurai would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW X5 (228 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW X5 weights approximately 545 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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 X5 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | X5 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1868 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
