1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 BMW X6
To start off, 2010 BMW X6 is newer by 14 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, 2010 BMW X6 (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 BMW X6 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 BMW X6 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X6. (406 Nm @ 1400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X6.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 BMW X6 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Suburban | X6 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4879 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1984 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1689 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2934 mm |