2008 BMW 320 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 BMW 320 is newer by 2 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 134 more horse power than 2008 BMW 320. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 320. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 735 kg more than 2008 BMW 320. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 320 | 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 320 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5326 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.9 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 117 L |
