2002 Volkswagen W12 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen W12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen W12 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (600 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1568 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen W12.
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 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen W12. (335 Nm). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen W12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Volkswagen W12 | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | W12 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5982 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | W | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 2819 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 148 L |
