2009 BMW X3 vs. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2009 BMW X3. (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW X3.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2009 BMW X3 (580 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 BMW X3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban.
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2009 BMW X3 | 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | X3 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 580 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 17.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 117 L |