2007 BMW 525 vs. 2001 Suzuki EV Sport
To start off, 2007 BMW 525 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki EV Sport would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (126 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 55 kg more than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 525 (250 Nm) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport. (106 Nm). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki EV Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2001 Suzuki EV Sport | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 525 | EV Sport |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 398 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2240 mm |
