2007 BMW M vs. 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2007 BMW M is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 3,246 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M (330 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (171 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 M (355 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M | 2001 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | M | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3246 cc | 2736 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2810 mm |
