2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Smart ForTwo
To start off, 2009 Smart ForTwo 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 212 more horse power than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (83 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Smart ForTwo. 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 333 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Smart ForTwo. (121 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Smart ForTwo. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2009 Smart ForTwo has manual transmission. 2009 Smart ForTwo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Smart ForTwo | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Smart |
| Model | Suburban | ForTwo |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 72.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 81.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 2700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 1870 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 33 L |
