2009 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 BMW 335 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 2,496 cc, 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 335 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1590 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 56 L |
