2005 BMW 745 vs. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2005 BMW 745 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW 745 (341 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW 745 should accelerate faster than 1999 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 300 kg more than 2005 BMW 745.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW 745. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Chevrolet Suburban (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW 745. (447 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW 745.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW 745 | 1999 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 745 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4392 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 341 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 2325 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3350 mm |
