2007 BMW 325 vs. 2007 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, both 2007 BMW 325 and 2007 Suzuki Jimny 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 137 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. (79 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 325 weights approximately 410 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Suzuki Jimny 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 Jimny 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) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Jimny. (104 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 325 | 2007 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 325 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 140 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.7 seconds | 16.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1445 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 40 L |
