2000 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (244 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 240 kg more than 2012 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW X5 (540 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. (502 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 BMW X5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Suburban | X5 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 540 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2390 kg | 2150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4857 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1776 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2933 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 85 L |