2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mercedes-Benz S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mercedes-Benz S would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (493 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (801 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (519 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | S |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5513 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 801 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 88 L |
