2010 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Tata Nano
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Tata Nano. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Tata Nano 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 317 more horse power than 2009 Tata Nano. (35 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Tata Nano. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 2139 kg more than 2009 Tata Nano. 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Tata Nano. (48 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Tata Nano. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2009 Tata Nano has manual transmission. 2009 Tata Nano will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Tata Nano | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Tata |
| Model | Suburban | Nano |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 624 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 48 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2739 kg | 600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 3099 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1495 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1652 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 37 L |
