2008 BMW 745 vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2008 BMW 745 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 4,423 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 BMW 745 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW 745 (325 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (185 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 2004 Suzuki XL7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW 745 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2004 Suzuki XL7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 BMW 745 (701 Nm) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 2008 BMW 745 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 745 | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 745 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4423 cc | 2737 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 701 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 75 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.5 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 64 L |
