1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 18 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 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (400 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1994 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, 2012 BMW X5 (609 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. 2012 BMW X5 has automatic transmission and 1994 Chevrolet Suburban has manual transmission. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 BMW X5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Suburban | X5 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6466 cc | 4400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 609 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 2440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4854 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1775 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2933 mm |