1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 BMW 318
To start off, 2005 BMW 318 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2005 BMW 318. (141 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 318. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 705 kg more than 2005 BMW 318. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 318. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 318. (201 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 318.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 BMW 318 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Suburban | 318 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2740 mm |
