2010 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2012 Toyota Highlander is newer by 2 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Highlander. (280 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Highlander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 579 kg more than 2012 Toyota Highlander. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Toyota Highlander is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Highlander 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Highlander |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2739 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4796 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 65 L |
