2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2006 BMW 325
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 325 would be higher. At 2,493 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 2008 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, 2006 BMW 325 (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (213 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 325 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2006 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | Grand Vitara | 325 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 2492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 170 km/hour | 231 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.4 seconds | 7.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |
