2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2013 Toyota Tundra 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 185 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 2013 Toyota Tundra. 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, 2013 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Toyota Tundra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 544 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1935 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 100 L |
