2006 Hyundai Tucson 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 Hyundai Tucson. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Hyundai Tucson would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 967 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Tucson 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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Tucson. (241 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Tucson.
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2006 Hyundai Tucson | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Hyundai | Chevrolet |
Model | Tucson | Suburban |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2654 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 173 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 117 L |