2006 BMW 325 vs. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2006 BMW 325 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2006 BMW 325. (184 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 964 kg more than 2006 BMW 325. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 325. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 325. (237 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW 325 | 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 325 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2490 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 184 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 2414 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
