2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2006 BMW 530
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 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,991 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 530 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 22 kg more than 2006 BMW 530.
Because 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2006 BMW 530 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 530 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 530 | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | Grand Vitara | 530 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 2991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
