2007 Ford F-250 vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2007 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford F-250 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Suburban.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2007 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Suburban. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2007 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2007 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford F-250 | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | F-250 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2892 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 144 L | 117 L |
