2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Honda Stream

To start off, 2012 Honda Stream 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 187 more horse power than 2012 Honda Stream. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Honda Stream.

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 Stream, 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 300 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Stream. (154 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Stream. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 Honda Stream has manual transmission. 2012 Honda Stream 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 2012 Honda Stream
Make Chevrolet Honda
Model Suburban Stream
Year Released 2009 2012
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5300 cc 1668 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 310 HP 123 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 154 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 9.1:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5660 mm 4290 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1720 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1500 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14.9 L/100km 7.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 55 L


 

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