2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz R 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 67 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (268 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 80 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban.
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 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R. (349 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz R.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Suburban | R |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5963 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 268 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 509 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2245 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5156 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1958 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1661 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3216 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 80 L |