1989 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 BMW X5
To start off, 2011 BMW X5 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X5 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 50 kg more than 2011 BMW X5.
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, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW X5. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 BMW X5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Suburban | X5 |
Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 2250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2934 mm |