1999 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW X5 (300 HP) has 50 more horse power than 1999 GMC Suburban. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 BMW X5 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1999 GMC Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 BMW X5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 GMC Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 BMW X5 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, 1999 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW X5. (406 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Suburban | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | GMC | BMW |
| Model | Suburban | X5 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7400 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 2250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1775 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2933 mm |
