2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 BMW 116
To start off, 2011 BMW 116 is newer by 3 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2011 BMW 116. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 116.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 116. 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 334 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 116. (185 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 116.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 BMW 116 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Suburban | 116 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 121 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 185 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 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 | 12.4 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 51 L |