2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 4 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 5,966 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2013 Acura TL. (305 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2013 Acura TL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 400 kg more than 2013 Acura TL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (518 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Acura TL. (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Acura TL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | Suburban | TL |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5966 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 305 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4928 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2118 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1452 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 70 L |