2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 6 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 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 BMW 535 (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 BMW 535 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 BMW 535. 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, 2012 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 BMW 535 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Suburban | 535 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4899 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1464 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2968 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 4.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |