2008 BMW 316 vs. 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2008 BMW 316 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,734 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (171 HP @ 3300 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2008 BMW 316. (113 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 316.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 316. (176 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 316.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 316 | 2006 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 316 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 2734 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.9 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
