2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Honda Fit
To start off, 2012 Honda Fit 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2012 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Fit.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Honda Fit, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 310 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Fit. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda Fit has manual transmission. 2012 Honda Fit 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.
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2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Honda Fit | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Fit |
Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2499 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |