2008 BMW M3 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, both 2008 BMW M3 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2008 BMW M3. (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 545 kg more than 2008 BMW M3. 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 M3. 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 (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW M3. (365 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 BMW M3. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M3 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 BMW M3 | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | M3 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 519 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1655 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 148 L |