2005 BMW 530 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 530 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 BMW 530. (225 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 530.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 530. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 530. (290 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 530.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 530 | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 530 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2926 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 | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 290 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 148 L |