2006 BMW 525 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 525 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 2006 BMW 525. (215 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW 525.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 525. (251 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 525.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 525 | 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 525 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2999 cc | 6000 cc |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 517 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 148 L |