2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 6 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 6,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (260 HP @ 3100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Express. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (711 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Express |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 6600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 711 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |
