2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, both 2000 BMW Z3 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (167 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 846 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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 (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (210 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Z3 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2000 | 2000 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2171 cc | 5327 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1386 kg | 2232 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 117 L |