2007 BMW X5 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 X5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 BMW X5 would be higher. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 BMW X5 (342 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 BMW X5 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
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, 2007 BMW X5 (480 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 BMW X5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2007 BMW X5 | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X5 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4798 cc | 5298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 342 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 480 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.5 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 93 L | 117 L |