2009 Suzuki Equator vs. 2006 BMW 525
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Equator is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 2009 Suzuki Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 BMW 525 weights approximately 705 kg more than 2009 Suzuki Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 BMW 525 (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Suzuki Equator. (171 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Suzuki Equator.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Suzuki Equator | 2006 BMW 525 | |
Make | Suzuki | BMW |
Model | Equator | 525 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2501 cc | 2497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 215 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 171 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1680 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.2 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 70 L |