2009 BMW 135 vs. 2007 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2009 BMW 135 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki XL7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki XL7 would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki XL7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 135 (302 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (252 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 135 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 135 (400 Nm @ 1300 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki XL7. (331 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 135 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 135 | 2007 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 135 | XL7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2978 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1300 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 70 L |
