2009 BMW 330 vs. 2001 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Suzuki Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Suzuki Vitara would be higher. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (74 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 330 weights approximately 425 kg more than 2001 Suzuki 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, 2009 BMW 330 (301 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Vitara. (138 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2001 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 330 | Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 1905 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |
