2000 BMW Z3 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 BMW Z3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 BMW Z3 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2000 BMW Z3. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2000 BMW Z3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1247 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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 BMW Z3. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 BMW Z3. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2000 BMW Z3 has manual transmission. 2000 BMW Z3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 BMW Z3 | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z3 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2990 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 229 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 117 L |
