2006 Saturn ION 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 Saturn ION. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Saturn ION would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 2006 Saturn ION. (140 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Saturn ION. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1375 kg more than 2006 Saturn ION. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Saturn ION, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Saturn ION. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Saturn ION.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Saturn ION | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Saturn | Chevrolet |
Model | ION | Suburban |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2195 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 517 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1444 kg | 2819 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 23.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 148 L |