2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Honda Accord

To start off, 2011 Honda Accord 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2011 Honda Accord. (177 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 668 kg more than 2011 Honda Accord. 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 Honda Accord. 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 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Accord. (218 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Accord.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Chevrolet Suburban 2011 Honda Accord
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Suburban Accord
Year Released 2006 2011
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5963 cc 2400 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 335 HP 177 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 509 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4300 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 9 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 2165 kg 1497 kg
Vehicle Length 5580 mm 4930 mm
Vehicle Width 2030 mm 1847 mm
Vehicle Height 1950 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2799 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 140 L 70 L