2009 Chevrolet Traverse vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Traverse would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1024 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Traverse, 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Traverse.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Traverse | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Traverse | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 288 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 117 L |
