2011 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 SsangYong Actyon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 SsangYong Actyon would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. (148 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1047 kg more than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Actyon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Actyon 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 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. (214 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Actyon. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2009 SsangYong Actyon has manual transmission. 2009 SsangYong Actyon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Suburban | Actyon |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 517 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2819 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5649 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2009 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1951 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3302 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 75 L |
