2007 BMW X5 vs. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (316 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 134 kg more than 2007 BMW X5.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (440 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 BMW X5.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 2001 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X5 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4398 cc | 5327 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 316 HP | 282 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2196 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 117 L |