2007 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2007 BMW 335 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 335 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki XL7 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2007 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW 335 (400 Nm) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 335 | 2005 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 335 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 64 L |
