2009 BMW X3 vs. 2009 Suzuki SX4
To start off, both 2009 BMW X3 and 2009 Suzuki SX4 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 2009 BMW X3 and 2009 Suzuki SX4 are equipped with a 1,995 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X3 (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (143 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki SX4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW X3 weights approximately 361 kg more than 2009 Suzuki SX4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 BMW X3 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Suzuki SX4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X3 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 X3 (200 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki SX4. (184 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki SX4.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW X3 | 2009 Suzuki SX4 | |
Make | BMW | Suzuki |
Model | X3 | SX4 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 200 Nm | 184 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.3 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 50 L |