2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton (550 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2002 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
| Model | Suburban | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 23.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 15.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 90 L |
