2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2007 BMW 318
To start off, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 318. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 318 would be higher. At 3,195 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (221 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2007 BMW 318. (128 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 318.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara (284 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 318. (180 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 318.
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2009 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2007 BMW 318 | |
Make | Suzuki | BMW |
Model | Grand Vitara | 318 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3195 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 221 HP | 128 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 284 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 208 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.3 seconds | 10 seconds |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.5 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 63 L |