2009 BMW X3 vs. 2007 Suzuki Aerio
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki Aerio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Aerio would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Suzuki Aerio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Suzuki Aerio (155 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2009 BMW X3. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Suzuki Aerio should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 449 kg more than 2007 Suzuki Aerio.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Suzuki Aerio (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X3. (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2007 Suzuki Aerio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X3 | 2007 Suzuki Aerio | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | X3 | Aerio |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1207 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |
