2008 BMW 330 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, both 2008 BMW 330 and 2008 Chevrolet Suburban were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2008 BMW 330. (228 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW 330. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 695 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.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW 330. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW 330. (300 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW 330.
Compare all specifications:
2008 BMW 330 | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 330 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2979 cc | 5328 cc |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1505 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.1 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |