2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 BMW X3
To start off, 2010 BMW X3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2010 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW X3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 430 kg more than 2010 BMW X3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 BMW X3 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 BMW X3 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW X3. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW X3 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Suburban | X3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4569 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1676 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2797 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 67 L |
