2009 BMW 116 vs. 2005 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2009 BMW 116 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 BMW 116 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 116 (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. (96 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 116 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 116 weights approximately 535 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Suzuki Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 116. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki 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, 2009 BMW 116 (150 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Vitara. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 116 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 116 | 2005 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 116 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2490 mm |
