2009 BMW M3 vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 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 3,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW M3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW M3 (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (108 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW M3 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 M3. 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 M3 (295 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (250 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 BMW M3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW M3 | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | M3 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3999 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 17.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 249 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 66 L |
