2009 BMW X5 vs. 2007 Suzuki Forenza
To start off, 2009 BMW X5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Suzuki Forenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Suzuki Forenza would be higher. At 4,799 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 BMW X5 (350 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2007 Suzuki Forenza. (127 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2007 Suzuki Forenza.
Because 2009 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Suzuki Forenza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 BMW X5 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 X5 (475 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Suzuki Forenza. (178 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Suzuki Forenza. 2009 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2007 Suzuki Forenza has manual transmission. 2007 Suzuki Forenza will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X5 | 2007 Suzuki Forenza | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | X5 | Forenza |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 178 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
