1999 BMW X5 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1999 BMW X5. (282 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 206 kg more than 1999 BMW X5. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (502 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 BMW X5. (439 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 BMW X5 | 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 439 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2184 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 117 L |
