2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Chrysler Pacifica
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 Pacifica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chrysler Pacifica would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler Pacifica.
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 Pacifica, 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 Pacifica (339 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Chrysler Pacifica 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 Pacifica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Suburban | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 87 L |
