2002 BMW 330 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 BMW 330 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 2002 BMW 330. (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2002 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1204 kg more than 2002 BMW 330. 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 (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 BMW 330. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2002 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2002 BMW 330 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:
| 2002 BMW 330 | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2819 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.1 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 148 L |
