2008 BMW M6 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban

To start off, both 2008 BMW M6 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 BMW M6 (500 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW M6 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.

Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 BMW M6. 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, both vehicles can yield 520 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW M6 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW M6 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.

Compare all specifications:

2008 BMW M6 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
Make BMW Chevrolet
Model M6 Suburban
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4999 cc 5967 cc
Engine Cylinders 10 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 500 HP 352 HP
Engine RPM 7750 RPM 5400 RPM
Torque 520 Nm 520 Nm
Torque RPM 6100 RPM 4300 RPM
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4880 mm 5660 mm
Vehicle Width 1860 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1960 mm
Wheelbase Size 2790 mm 3310 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 13.8 L/100km 12.4 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 21.4 L/100km 16.8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 18.1 L/100km 14.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 70 L 148 L


 

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