2007 BMW X5 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2007 BMW X5 is newer by 1 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2007 BMW X5. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 BMW X5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 BMW X5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 BMW X5. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2006 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 | 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X5 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
