1994 BMW 854 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 BMW 854. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 BMW 854 would be higher. At 5,378 cc (12 cylinders), 1994 BMW 854 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 BMW 854 (323 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 BMW 854 should accelerate faster than 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 450 kg more than 1994 BMW 854.
Because 2002 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 BMW 854. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1994 BMW 854 (490 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 BMW 854 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 BMW 854 | 2002 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 854 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5378 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 323 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3310 mm |
