2009 BMW 335 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 BMW 335. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 335 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 2009 BMW 335. (215 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 335.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 335. (200 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 335. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 335 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 335 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW 335 | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 335 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2496 cc | 5300 cc |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 117 L |
