2003 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 567 kg more than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Buick Blackhawk. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2003 Buick Blackhawk (692 Nm) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm). This means 2003 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Blackhawk | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Blackhawk | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7458 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 692 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1633 kg | 2200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 3310 mm |
