2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 BMW 325
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 BMW 325. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW 325 would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 2004 BMW 325. (189 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW 325. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 865 kg more than 2004 BMW 325. 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 2004 BMW 325. 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW 325. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 BMW 325.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 BMW 325 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Suburban | 325 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 9.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 63 L |
