2006 BMW 650 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 BMW 650. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 BMW 650 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 BMW 650 (360 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 BMW 650 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 470 kg more than 2006 BMW 650.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW 650. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW 650. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW 650.
Compare all specifications:
2006 BMW 650 | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 650 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 360 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 488 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1730 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 148 L |