2009 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Charger 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 66 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 950 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
Model | Charger | Suburban |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3518 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 339 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 14.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |