2003 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 BMW 6 series
To start off, 2013 BMW 6 series is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 BMW 6 series (311 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 BMW 6 series should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 250 kg more than 2013 BMW 6 series.
Because 2003 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 BMW 6 series. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 BMW 6 series (447 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Suburban. (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 BMW 6 series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 BMW 6 series | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Suburban | 6 series |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 447 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 2080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4897 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1364 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2855 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |
