2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Ford Flex
To start off, 2012 Ford Flex is newer by 3 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 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2012 Ford Flex. (262 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Flex.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Flex. 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Flex. (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Flex.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Ford Flex | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | Flex |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5298 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 262 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5126 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2995 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |