2008 BMW 330 vs. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 BMW 330 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 8,100 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 810 kg more than 2008 BMW 330. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Chevrolet Suburban (617 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW 330 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW 330 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 BMW 330 | 2000 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 330 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2979 cc | 8100 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 617 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 2490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3310 mm |
