2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2001 Steyr G-series
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Steyr G-series. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Steyr G-series 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 63 more horse power than 2001 Steyr G-series. (247 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Steyr G-series.
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, 2001 Steyr G-series (560 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Steyr G-series will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2001 Steyr G-series | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Steyr |
| Model | Suburban | G-series |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 5298 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
