2007 BMW 740 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 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW 740 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 8 more horse power than 2007 BMW 740. (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 235 kg more than 2007 BMW 740. 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 740. 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW 740. (391 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 BMW 740 | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 740 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 391 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 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 | 1965 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 117 L |
