2009 Mercedes-Benz E 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 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Suburban. (316 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 188 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mercedes-Benz E | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Mercedes-Benz | Chevrolet |
Model | E | Suburban |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5461 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 383 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 530 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 98 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.5 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2830 kg | 2642 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 117 L |