1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 BMW X6
To start off, 2011 BMW X6 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 BMW X6 (480 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 BMW X6 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. 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 X6 (779 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 BMW X6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 BMW X6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Suburban | X6 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 480 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 779 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 2615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4879 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1689 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2934 mm |
