2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Lexus IS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Lexus IS would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2001 Lexus IS. (201 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 850 kg more than 2001 Lexus IS. 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus IS. (247 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2001 Lexus IS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Suburban | IS |
Year Released | 2006 | 2001 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |