2007 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, both 2007 BMW 325 and 2007 Suzuki Forenza were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 325 (216 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Forenza. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Forenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 408 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Forenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Suzuki Forenza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Forenza.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW 325 | 2007 Suzuki Forenza | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 325 | Forenza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 216 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1207 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2610 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |