2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Lexus RX

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus RX 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 42 more horse power than 2006 Lexus RX. (268 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus RX.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 167 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus RX. (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus RX.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Suburban 2006 Lexus RX
Make Chevrolet Lexus
Model Suburban RX
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5298 cc 3310 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Horse Power 310 HP 268 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 287 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4400 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Number of Seats 8 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5660 mm 4760 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1750 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2720 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 15.7 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 23.5 L/100km 7.6 L/100km
Fuel Consumption Overall 19.6 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 65 L


 

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