2004 BMW M5 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2004 BMW M5 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW M5 (500 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW M5 should accelerate faster than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 632 kg more than 2004 BMW M5.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 BMW M5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2004 BMW M5 (520 Nm @ 6100 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. (502 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 BMW M5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2004 BMW M5 has manual transmission. 2004 BMW M5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2004 BMW M5 | 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M5 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2004 | 2000 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4999 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 500 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 502 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75.2 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1758 kg | 2390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |