2005 BMW X5 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 X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2005 BMW X5. (321 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 BMW X5.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (520 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 BMW X5. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2005 BMW X5 | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X5 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4392 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 321 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 92 L | 148 L |