1997 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1999 BMW 330
To start off, 1999 BMW 330 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1999 BMW 330. (183 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 480 kg more than 1999 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW 330. (390 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Suburban | 1999 BMW 330 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Suburban | 330 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 2977 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 183 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1620 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 |