2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 BMW X5
To start off, 2012 BMW X5 is newer by 7 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2012 BMW X5. (304 HP @ 440 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 434 kg more than 2012 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 BMW X5 (600 Nm) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. (509 Nm). This means 2012 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 BMW X5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Suburban | X5 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 304 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 440 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2619 kg | 2185 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4857 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1933 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1776 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2933 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 85 L |
