2006 BMW X5 vs. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2006 BMW X5 is newer by 1 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 13 more horse power than 2006 BMW X5. (282 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 288 kg more than 2006 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW X5. (441 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 BMW X5 | 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2195 kg | 2483 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 117 L |
