2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle 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 160 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (150 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle. (232 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Suburban | New Beetle |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5298 cc | 2475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 232 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 7.8 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 | 55 L |