2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Subaru Forester

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Subaru Forester 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 80 more horse power than 2006 Subaru Forester. (227 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Subaru Forester.

Because 2006 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Subaru Forester 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 (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Subaru Forester. (320 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Subaru Forester. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2006 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2006 Subaru Forester 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.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Suburban 2006 Subaru Forester
Make Chevrolet Subaru
Model Suburban Forester
Year Released 2009 2006
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 2457 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 307 HP 227 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5600 RPM
Torque 335 Nm 320 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3600 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.9:1 8.4:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 9 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5660 mm 4470 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1380 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2530 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 60 L


 

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