2009 BMW 135 vs. 2006 Suzuki Verona
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Suzuki Verona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Suzuki Verona would be higher. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Suzuki Verona. (155 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2006 Suzuki Verona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 135 weights approximately 490 kg more than 2006 Suzuki Verona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 135 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 135. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki Verona, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 135 (401 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Suzuki Verona. (240 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Suzuki Verona.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2006 Suzuki Verona | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 135 | Verona |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 2501 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 401 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.6 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 65 L |
