2006 BMW Z4 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, both 2006 BMW Z4 and 2006 Chevrolet Suburban were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2006 BMW Z4. (229 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 535 kg more than 2006 BMW Z4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 BMW Z4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 BMW Z4. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 BMW Z4. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2006 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2006 BMW Z4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 BMW Z4 | 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Z4 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2006 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5963 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 229 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 509 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 2165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1950 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 140 L |