2006 GMC Sierra vs. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 GMC Sierra. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 GMC Sierra | 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sierra | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5358 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 148 L |
