2011 BMW 535 vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 BMW 535 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2011 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 819 kg more than 2011 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 BMW 535 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 BMW 535 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 BMW 535. (406 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 BMW 535 | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
| Model | 535 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3000 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 2739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4905 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1859 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1463 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2969 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 148 L |
