2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 BMW 120
To start off, 2012 BMW 120 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. 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 100 more horse power than 2012 BMW 120. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 812 kg more than 2012 BMW 120. 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 120. (380 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 120.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 BMW 120 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Suburban | 120 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 380 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2232 kg | 1420 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4324 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1765 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 51 L |