2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1995 Ferrari F355
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ferrari F355. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ferrari F355 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ferrari F355 (375 HP @ 8250 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ferrari F355 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 850 kg more than 1995 Ferrari F355.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ferrari F355. 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 (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Ferrari F355. (364 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Ferrari F355. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1995 Ferrari F355 has manual transmission. 1995 Ferrari F355 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1995 Ferrari F355 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Suburban | F355 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8250 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 364 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 82 L |