2008 BMW 545 vs. 2008 Suzuki XL7
To start off, both 2008 BMW 545 and 2008 Suzuki XL7 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,397 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 545 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 545 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 545 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 545 weights approximately 225 kg more than 2008 Suzuki XL7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Suzuki XL7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 545. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki XL7 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 545 (450 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki XL7. (330 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 BMW 545 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki XL7. 2008 Suzuki XL7 has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 545 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 545 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Suzuki XL7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 545 | 2008 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 545 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4397 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 328 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1705 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
