2000 BMW 323 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, both 2000 BMW 323 and 2000 Chevrolet Suburban were released in the same year (2000). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 BMW 323 (326 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 BMW 323 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 780 kg more than 2000 BMW 323.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW 323. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (502 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW 323. (245 Nm). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW 323 | 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 323 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 326 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
