2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Mazda 3
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda 3 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 206 more horse power than 2006 Mazda 3. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Mazda 3.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda 3. 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 309 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda 3. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | 3 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5298 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 7.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 55 L |
