2005 Acura TL vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura TL would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Acura TL. (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura TL.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura TL. (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura TL. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2005 Acura TL has manual transmission. 2005 Acura TL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura TL | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | TL | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3209 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 17 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 117 L |
