2005 BMW X5 vs. 1988 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2005 BMW X5 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 BMW X5 (215 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2005 BMW X5 (520 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. 1988 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2005 BMW X5 has manual transmission. 2005 BMW X5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 BMW X5 | 1988 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2926 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3300 mm |
