2009 BMW 320 vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, both 2009 BMW 320 and 2009 Chevrolet Suburban were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2009 BMW 320. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 320.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 BMW 320. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 320. (330 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 320.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW 320 | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 320 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 5298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 330 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 19.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |