2000 BMW Z3 vs. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2000 BMW Z3 is newer by 4 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 714 kg more than 2000 BMW Z3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 BMW Z3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z3 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2171 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3350 mm |
