2006 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Silverado would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (285 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 823 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado. (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Silverado | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Silverado | Suburban |
Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4802 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 285 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2573 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |