2009 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 BMW 330 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 2,993 cc, 2009 BMW 330 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 330 (242 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 330 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 330 (521 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (231 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 330 | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 330 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2734 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 521 Nm | 231 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 175 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.1 seconds | 10.5 seconds |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 66 L |
