1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1999 BMW 325
To start off, 1999 BMW 325 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 BMW 325 (189 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 BMW 325 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 573 kg more than 1999 BMW 325.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 325. (280 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 1999 BMW 325 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Suburban | 325 |
Year Released | 1994 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2495 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 280 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 1575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2730 mm |