2009 BMW 335 vs. 2010 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Equator is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2010 Suzuki Equator has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2010 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 335 | Equator |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 3954 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3200 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 80 L |
