2005 BMW 530 vs. 2002 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2005 BMW 530 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 570 kg more than 2005 BMW 530. 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, 2002 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530. 2002 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW 530 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 530 | 2002 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 530 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
