2009 BMW 335 vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, both 2009 BMW 335 and 2009 Suzuki SX4 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 335 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 335 (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 335 should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 335 weights approximately 350 kg more than 2009 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 335 (576 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 391 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (185 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 335 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 335 | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | 335 | SX4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 184 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6 seconds | 9.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 45 L |