2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Dodge Ram
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Ram. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Ram 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 72 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Ram. (235 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Ram.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram 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, 2007 Dodge Ram (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2007 Dodge Ram has manual transmission. 2007 Dodge Ram 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 | 2007 Dodge Ram | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Ram |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 307 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3580 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 132 L |
