2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 5 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 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (360 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 214 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-150. 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 360 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2379 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 98 L |
