2009 BMW 530 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 530. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 BMW 530 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 62 more horse power than 2009 BMW 530. (254 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW 530. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1293 kg more than 2009 BMW 530. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW 530. (300 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW 530. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW 530 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW 530 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 530 | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 530 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |
