2007 GMC Sierra vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 6,172 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 GMC Sierra (403 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. (320 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 174 kg more than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Because 2007 GMC Sierra 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, 2007 GMC Sierra 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 GMC Sierra (565 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 GMC Sierra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2007 GMC Sierra | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Sierra | Suburban |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6172 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 403 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 565 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2478 kg | 2652 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |