2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 BMW 328
To start off, 2010 BMW 328 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2010 BMW 328. (230 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 BMW 328.
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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 BMW 328. (271 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 BMW 328. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2010 BMW 328 has manual transmission. 2010 BMW 328 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 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 BMW 328 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Suburban | 328 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 271 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1783 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1369 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2761 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |