2001 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Pontiac G6
To start off, 2008 Pontiac G6 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2008 Pontiac G6. (219 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Pontiac G6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 776 kg more than 2008 Pontiac G6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Pontiac G6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Pontiac G6. (298 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Pontiac G6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Pontiac G6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Suburban | G6 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 219 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1554 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 61 L |
