2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 GMC Sierra
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Suburban and 2009 GMC Sierra were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Sierra (327 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 GMC Sierra. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Sierra. (367 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Suburban | Sierra |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 327 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 367 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |