2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2001 Porsche 911
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2001 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Porsche 911.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche 911. 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, 2001 Porsche 911 (759 Nm) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm). This means 2001 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2001 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2001 Porsche 911 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2001 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5298 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 759 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2360 mm |
