1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118.
Because 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 BMW 118. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 BMW 118 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Suburban | 118 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 143 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1748 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1411 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
