2002 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 BMW 330
To start off, 2003 BMW 330 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2003 BMW 330. (184 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 525 kg more than 2003 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 BMW 330. (410 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 BMW 330 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Suburban | 330 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 184 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2840 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 63 L |