2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 BMW Z4
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 Z4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 BMW Z4 would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 2004 BMW Z4. (185 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 BMW Z4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 869 kg more than 2004 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 2004 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 (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 BMW Z4. (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 Z4.
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2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 BMW Z4 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Suburban | Z4 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2500 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |