2007 BMW 730 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 BMW 730. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 730 would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2007 BMW 730. (255 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 730.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 BMW 730. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 730. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 730.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 730 | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 730 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 519 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3140 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 148 L |
