2004 BMW X5 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW X5 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 BMW X5 (355 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 544 kg more than 2004 BMW X5.
Because 2004 BMW X5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 BMW X5 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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW X5. (500 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 BMW X5 | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4799 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 355 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2275 kg | 2819 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.5 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.7 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 148 L |
