2008 BMW 325 vs. 2000 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2008 BMW 325 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Suzuki Ignis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Suzuki Ignis would be higher. At 2,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 325 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (82 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 325 weights approximately 625 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 BMW 325 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 325 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, 2008 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Ignis. (110 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Ignis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 325 | 2000 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 325 | Ignis |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2494 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 41 L |
