2005 BMW 525 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2005 BMW 525 is newer by 5 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2005 BMW 525. (225 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 525. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 630 kg more than 2005 BMW 525. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (502 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 525. (250 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 525. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 525 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 525 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 525 | 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 525 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 502 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
