2009 BMW 523 vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 BMW 523 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 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 523 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 523 (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (91 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 523 should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 523. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer significantly more control. 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 523 (230 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (180 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 523 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 523 | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 523 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 56 L |
