2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 BMW 118
To start off, 2010 BMW 118 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2010 BMW 118. (143 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 118.
Because 2010 BMW 118 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 2010 BMW 118. 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 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 118. (190 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 118.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 BMW 118 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Suburban | 118 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5298 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 143 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4239 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1748 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1421 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 51 L |