2007 BMW 525 vs. 2011 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2011 Suzuki Alto is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 525 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 148 more horse power than 2011 Suzuki Alto. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2011 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 525 weights approximately 680 kg more than 2011 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 BMW 525 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Suzuki Alto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 BMW 525 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 525 (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 525 | 2011 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 525 | Alto |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.8 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 79.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 237 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.6 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 7.2 L/100km | 3.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
