2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,358 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 GMC Sierra. (295 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 GMC Sierra.
Let's talk about torque, both vehicles can yield 454 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Suburban | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5358 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |
