2007 BMW Convertible vs. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2007 BMW Convertible and 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,797 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 BMW Convertible is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW Convertible (362 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (126 HP @ 2900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW Convertible should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW Convertible weights approximately 370 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 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 @ 3900 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (174 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2007 BMW Convertible will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2007 BMW Convertible has automatic transmission and 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 BMW Convertible will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 BMW Convertible | 2007 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | Convertible | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4797 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 362 HP | 126 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 174 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 66 L |