2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (336 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. (320 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 779 kg more than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chrysler 300 (525 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chrysler 300 | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
Model | 300 | Suburban |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 336 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 525 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1873 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 117 L |