2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler 300 would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chrysler 300 (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Chrysler 300, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Suburban | 300 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 340 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 529 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |
