2008 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 320. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 320 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Equator (262 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 320 weights approximately 515 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320. 2009 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 320 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 320 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2009 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 320 | Equator |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 262 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1065 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 80 L |
