2005 BMW 330 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, both 2005 BMW 330 and 2005 Chevrolet Suburban were released in the same year (2005). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2005 BMW 330. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1004 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 330. (300 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 330 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2005 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 509 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 84.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 2619 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 140 L |