2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Express and 2009 Chevrolet Suburban were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (319 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 185 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (518 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (498 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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2009 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Express | Suburban |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 5966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 319 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 518 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 12 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2385 kg | 2200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 148 L |