2007 BMW Convertible vs. 1996 Suzuki Escudo
To start off, 2007 BMW Convertible is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Suzuki Escudo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Suzuki Escudo would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 1190 kg more than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW Convertible (490 Nm) has 334 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Suzuki Escudo. (156 Nm). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Suzuki Escudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW Convertible | 1996 Suzuki Escudo | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | Convertible | Escudo |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 362 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2370 mm |
