2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2013 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 7 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 69 more horse power than 2013 Toyota 4Runner. (266 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota 4Runner weights approximately 19 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota 4Runner. 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 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota 4Runner. (377 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2184 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2790 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 87 L |
