2007 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara
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 Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 140 kg more than 2007 BMW 330.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 330 (480 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2007 BMW 330 has automatic transmission and 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW 330 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 330 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 480 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
