2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Mazda 5
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda 5 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 (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 2008 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1020 kg more than 2008 Mazda 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda 5. 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 252 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda 5. (202 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda 5.
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2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Mazda 5 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Suburban | 5 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |