2007 BMW X3 vs. 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW X3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X3 would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X3 (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (221 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 BMW X3 (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (284 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW X3 | 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | X3 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 3195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 284 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 210 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 9.3 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 66 L |
