2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Ford Ka
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford Ka. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford Ka 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 241 more horse power than 2006 Ford Ka. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Ka.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Ka. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Ka. (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Ka. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford Ka has manual transmission. 2006 Ford Ka will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Ford Ka | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | Ka |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5298 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2450 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |