2010 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (536 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 640 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2011 Mercedes-Benz S (799 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2011 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | S |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 5500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 536 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 799 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2870 kg | 2230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1473 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 3165 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 80 L |
