2009 BMW 530 vs. 2009 Suzuki Alto
To start off, both 2009 BMW 530 and 2009 Suzuki Alto were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,996 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 BMW 530 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW 530 (268 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Alto. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW 530 should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW 530 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW 530 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 BMW 530. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Alto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 530 (320 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Alto. (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 BMW 530 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 530 | 2009 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | 530 | Alto |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 11:01 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 250 km/hour | 155 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.6 seconds | 13.5 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.5 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |
