2007 BMW M3 vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW M3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW M3 would be higher. At 3,245 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW M3 (338 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 233 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (105 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW M3 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW M3 weights approximately 163 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW M3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 M3 (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2007 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW M3 | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | M3 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3245 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 338 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.2 seconds | 14.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1407 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 55 L |
