2011 BMW 535 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 BMW 535. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 BMW 535 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 5 more horse power than 2011 BMW 535. (311 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 BMW 535.
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, 2011 BMW 535 (600 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 BMW 535 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2011 BMW 535 | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | BMW | Chevrolet |
Model | 535 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2011 | 2013 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 600 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4899 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1464 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2968 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 4.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 6.5 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 117 L |