2007 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2010 Ford Explorer is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2010 Ford Explorer. (207 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Explorer.
Because 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Ford Explorer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Ford Explorer. (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Ford Explorer.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Ford Explorer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | Explorer |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 4009 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 207 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 4.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 85 L |