2007 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2007 BMW 330 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Aerio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Aerio would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 330 (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 330 weights approximately 550 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 330 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 BMW 330. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Aerio, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 330 (500 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Aerio. (143 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Aerio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2001 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 330 | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1490 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
