2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 BMW 535
To start off, 2012 BMW 535 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 BMW 535. (300 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 BMW 535. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 620 kg more than 2012 BMW 535. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 BMW 535. (406 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 BMW 535.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 BMW 535 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | BMW |
| Model | Suburban | 535 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 2979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2755 kg | 2135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4999 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 3071 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 70 L |
