2007 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2007 BMW 325 and 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (126 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 44 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (174 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2007 BMW 325 has automatic transmission and 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 325 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 325 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 66 L |
