2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2002 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 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 5,982 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen W12 (600 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1109 kg more than 2002 Volkswagen W12.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Volkswagen W12. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Volkswagen W12. (335 Nm). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Volkswagen W12.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2002 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Suburban | W12 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 5982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 600 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1251 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 55 L |
