2009 BMW 335 vs. 2005 Suzuki Samurai
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 Samurai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Suzuki Samurai 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 152 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (63 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Samurai.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 BMW 335 (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Samurai. (120 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2005 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 335 | Samurai |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 1870 cc |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2490 mm |
