2007 BMW 325 vs. 2005 Suzuki Liana
To start off, 2007 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Liana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Liana would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (104 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Liana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Liana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Liana is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2007 BMW 325 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Liana. (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Liana.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2005 Suzuki Liana | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 325 | Liana |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1585 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |