2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2007 BMW 530
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 530 would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW 530 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 BMW 530 weights approximately 85 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 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, 2007 BMW 530 (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (183 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 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 | 2007 BMW 530 | |
| Make | Suzuki | BMW |
| Model | Grand Vitara | 530 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.5 seconds | 7.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 9.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 70 L |
