2009 Ford Expedition vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Ford Expedition. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1717 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Expedition. (496 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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2009 Ford Expedition | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
Model | Expedition | Suburban |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 6000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 496 Nm | 517 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1022 kg | 2739 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1970 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 106 L | 148 L |