2005 BMW 330 vs. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2005 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 7400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 520 kg more than 2005 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, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (290 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 330 | 1997 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3350 mm |
