2008 BMW X5 vs. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, both 2008 BMW X5 and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,398 cc, 2008 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW X5 (328 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 BMW X5 weights approximately 501 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 X5 (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2008 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW X5 | 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | X5 | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 2736 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 328 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2191 kg | 1690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.4 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 66 L |