2001 BMW Z9 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 BMW Z9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 BMW Z9 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 BMW Z9. (286 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 BMW Z9.
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, 2001 BMW Z9 (597 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm). This means 2001 BMW Z9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 BMW Z9 | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | Z9 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4400 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 597 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
