2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 BMW 740
To start off, 2011 BMW 740 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 37 more horse power than 2011 BMW 740. (315 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 740. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 190 kg more than 2011 BMW 740. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 BMW 740. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 740. (447 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 740.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 BMW 740 | |
Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
Model | Suburban | 740 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 447 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5215 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3211 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 82 L |