2008 BMW 328 vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 BMW 328. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 BMW 328 would be higher. 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 125 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (105 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 328 should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2008 BMW 328 (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (145 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 328 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 328 | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 328 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
