2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Ford Maverick
To start off, 2011 Ford Maverick is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 2011 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Ford Maverick.
Because 2011 Ford Maverick 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, 2011 Ford Maverick 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 (519 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ford Maverick. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2011 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2011 Ford Maverick 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 | 2011 Ford Maverick | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Maverick |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 62 L |
