2005 BMW M6 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 M6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW M6 would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 380 kg more than 2005 BMW M6.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 BMW M6. 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 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW M6. (500 Nm @ 6100 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW M6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW M6 | 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | M6 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4998 cc | 5963 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 509 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 140 L |
