2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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 5,500 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (511 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (307 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz M (700 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 365 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2013 Mercedes-Benz M has manual transmission. 2013 Mercedes-Benz M 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 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz M | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Suburban | M |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 307 HP | 511 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 700 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4817 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2141 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1796 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2915 mm |