2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan is newer by 4 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 135 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (200 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 803 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 229 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan. (280 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Volkswagen Tiguan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Suburban | Tiguan |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4427 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1687 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2604 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 64 L |
