2005 BMW 730 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2005 BMW 730. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 730. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 536 kg more than 2005 BMW 730. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 730 | 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 730 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 2360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 140 L |
