2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 BMW 330
To start off, 2011 BMW 330 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2011 BMW 330. (256 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 330.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2011 BMW 330 (540 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm). This means 2011 BMW 330 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 BMW 330 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Suburban | 330 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4624 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1811 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1384 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 57 L |
