2009 BMW X3 vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 BMW X3 is newer by 1 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2009 BMW X3. (260 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW X3. (305 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW X3. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2009 BMW X3 has manual transmission. 2009 BMW X3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 BMW X3 | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | X3 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2996 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.4 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 15.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.5 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 117 L |
