2004 BMW 525 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 525 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2004 BMW 525. (189 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 779 kg more than 2004 BMW 525. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 525. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2004 BMW 525 | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 525 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1764 kg | 2543 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |