2001 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 8 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 7,011 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 835 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Corvette |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5327 cc | 7011 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 635 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 69 L |
