2008 BMW 328 vs. 2008 Suzuki SX4
To start off, both 2008 BMW 328 and 2008 Suzuki SX4 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 BMW 328 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 328 (230 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (144 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Because 2008 BMW 328 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Suzuki SX4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 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 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 328 | 2008 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 328 | SX4 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 230 HP | 144 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |