2004 BMW 330 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2004 BMW 330 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2004 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 780 kg more than 2004 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW 330 | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2983 cc | 7438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3350 mm |
