2007 BMW 330 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 330. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 330 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 2007 BMW 330. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 660 kg more than 2007 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 330 | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2995 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
