2008 BMW Z4 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, both 2008 BMW Z4 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 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 BMW Z4 (338 HP @ 7900 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 BMW Z4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 2008 BMW Z4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 BMW Z4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 BMW Z4. (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 Z4. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2008 BMW Z4 has manual transmission. 2008 BMW Z4 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 Z4 | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | Z4 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3246 cc | 5298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 338 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 7900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 365 Nm | 461 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |