2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Dodge Sprinter
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (154 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 290 kg more than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. 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 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Sprinter. (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Dodge Sprinter | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 12 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 2450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 95 L |
