2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Chrysler Town & Country
To start off, 2009 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. 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 (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Chrysler Town & Country | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
Model | Suburban | Town & Country |
Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 278 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |