2011 BMW X5 vs. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 BMW X5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (164 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X5 weights approximately 804 kg more than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 BMW X5 (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (225 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2011 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW X5 | 2010 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | BMW | Suzuki |
| Model | X5 | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 2393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 164 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1446 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4857 mm | 3865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1933 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1776 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2934 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 55 L |
