2005 BMW 740 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 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW 740 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2005 BMW 740. (317 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW 740.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 740. 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 740. (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW 740 | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 740 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 391 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.3 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |