2005 BMW 525 vs. 1990 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 525 (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1990 GMC Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Suburban.
Because 1990 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 525. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 GMC 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, 1990 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 1990 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | GMC |
| Model | 525 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3300 mm |
