2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Mazda 5 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda 5. 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Mazda 5 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | 5 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 60 L |
