1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 BMW 630
To start off, 2008 BMW 630 is newer by 12 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, 2008 BMW 630 (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW 630 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 340 kg more than 2008 BMW 630.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 630. 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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 630. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 630.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 BMW 630 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Suburban | 630 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2790 mm |