2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Avalon 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) has 42 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Avalon. (268 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Avalon. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Avalon. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Avalon.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Toyota Avalon | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Avalon |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5298 cc | 3458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 268 HP |
Torque | 454 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2830 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |