2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 BMW X3
To start off, 2013 BMW X3 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. 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 14 more horse power than 2013 BMW X3. (296 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2013 BMW X3.
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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 BMW X3. (407 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 BMW X3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 BMW X3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Suburban | X3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5298 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 296 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4648 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2098 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1661 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 67 L |
