BMW 3 series 2008 vs Suzuki SX4 2007
| Gearbox: | Manual | Manual | |
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| Engine: | 2.0 Diesel | 1.6 Petrol | |
| Diesel (BMW 3 series) engines typically outperform gasoline engines in terms of fuel efficiency and low-end torque. This makes them more economical and better suited for towing or long-distance travel. However, gasoline (Suzuki SX4) engines mostly are lighter, quieter, and offer better acceleration and responsiveness, especially in smaller vehicles. For more information, see the article "Diesel or Petrol: Fuel Economy and Key Differences." | |||
| Camshaft drive: | Timing chain | Timing chain | |
Performance | |||
| Power: | 177 HP | 120 HP | |
| Torque: | 350 NM | 156 NM | |
| Acceleration 0-100 km/h: | 8.2 seconds | 10.7 seconds | |
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BMW 3 series is more dynamic to drive. BMW 3 series engine produces 57 HP more power than Suzuki SX4, whereas torque is 194 NM more than Suzuki SX4. Thanks to more power BMW 3 series reaches 100 km/h speed 2.5 seconds faster. | |||
Fuel consumption | |||
| Fuel consumption (l/100km): | 5.4 | 6.3 | |
| Real fuel consumption: | 6.0 l/100km | 7.9 l/100km | |
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The BMW 3 series is a better choice when it comes to fuel economy. By specification BMW 3 series consumes 0.9 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Suzuki SX4, which means that by driving the BMW 3 series over 15,000 km in a year you can save 135 litres of fuel. By comparing actual fuel consumption based on user reports, BMW 3 series consumes 1.9 litres less fuel per 100 km than the Suzuki SX4. | |||
| Fuel tank capacity: | 61 litres | 50 litres | |
| Full fuel tank distance: | 1120 km in combined cycle | 790 km in combined cycle | |
| 1320 km on highway | 960 km on highway | ||
| 1010 km with real consumption | 630 km with real consumption | ||
| BMW 3 series gets more mileage on one fuel tank. | |||
| Read the article "Fuel Efficiency: How to Reduce Fuel Consumption" to learn more about fuel economy. | |||
Drive type | |||
| Wheel drive type: | 4x4 - AWD (all-wheel-drive) | Front wheel drive (FWD) | |
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BMW 3 sērija has 4x4: BMW xDrive is a proactive all-wheel drive system without a center differential that engages before the vehicle becomes destabilized, unnoticed by the driver. Torque is distributed between the axles by an electronically controlled multi-plate clutch in the transfer case. The clutch is partially locked most of the time, distributing power to both axles in a 40/60 front/rear ratio, but the system is capable of sending 100% of the torque to either axle. At higher speeds or when parking, multi-plate clutch is disengaged and all power is transferred to the rear wheels. DSC system (Dynamic Stability Control) also brakes the wheels separately to regain traction and assist in cornering. | |||
Engines | |||
| Engine production duration: | 19 years | 25 years | |
| Engine spread: | Installed on at least 6 other car models, including BMW 5 sērija, BMW 1 sērija, BMW X3, BMW X1 | Installed on at least 4 other car models, including Suzuki Grand Vitara, Suzuki Swift, Suzuki Liana, Suzuki Vitara | |
| In general, the longer and for more car models an engine is produced, the better its serviceability and availability of spare parts. | |||
| Hydraulic tappets: | yes | no | |
| The BMW 3 series engine has hydraulic tappets (lifters), providing quieter operation and no need for periodic adjustment, but they are more complex in design and can cause serious engine damage in case of failure. | |||
| BMW 3 sērija 2008 2.0 engine: The BMW N47 engine is sometimes called the worst BMW engine because of problems with the timing chain, which tends to stretch at 100 000 km. In addition, the engine has to be removed from the car to replace ... More about BMW 3 sērija 2008 2.0 engine Suzuki SX4 2007 1.6 engine: A simple and robust engine, not particularly demanding in terms of fuel quality. High engine timing chain lifetime. Tends to increase oil consumption, head gasket failures may occur. | |||
Dimensions | |||
| Length: | 4.53 m | 4.51 m | |
| Width: | 1.82 m | 1.73 m | |
| Height: | 1.42 m | 1.54 m | |
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BMW 3 series is larger, but lower. BMW 3 series is 2 cm longer than the Suzuki SX4, 9 cm wider, while the height of BMW 3 series is 12 cm lower. | |||
| Trunk capacity: | 460 litres | 515 litres | |
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Suzuki SX4 has more luggage space. Despite its longer length, BMW 3 series has 55 litres less trunk space than the Suzuki SX4. This could mean that the BMW 3 series uses more space in the cabin, so the driver and passengers could be more spacious and comfortable. | |||
| Turning diameter: | 11 meters | 10.6 meters | |
| The turning circle of the BMW 3 series is 0.4 metres more than that of the Suzuki SX4, which means BMW 3 series can be harder to manoeuvre in tight streets and parking spaces. | |||
| Gross weight (kg): | 2`045 | 1`650 | |
| Safety: | no data | no data | |
| Quality: | average | average | |
| Suzuki SX4 has slightly fewer faults. Deffect rate in annual technical inspection is similar for both cars, it's slightly higher for BMW 3 series, so Suzuki SX4 quality could be a bit better. | |||
| Average price (€): | 5400 | 3200 | |
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