2008 BMW 320 vs. 2007 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki Aerio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Aerio would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 253 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Aerio.
Because 2007 Suzuki Aerio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Aerio 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 Suzuki Aerio (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (200 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2007 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 320 | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 50 L |
