2010 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Honda Accord
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda Accord would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2006 Honda Accord. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1087 kg more than 2006 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda Accord, 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda Accord. (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Honda Accord | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Accord |
Year Released | 2010 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 2204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2543 kg | 1456 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2690 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |