2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Chevrolet Captiva
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Captiva 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 176 more horse power than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva. (220 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chevrolet Captiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Chevrolet Captiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Captiva |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5298 cc | 2405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
