2013 Chevrolet Sonic vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, both 2013 Chevrolet Sonic and 2013 Chevrolet Suburban were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (134 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1298 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 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 2013 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Sonic, 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. (201 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Sonic. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2013 Chevrolet Sonic has manual transmission. 2013 Chevrolet Sonic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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| 2013 Chevrolet Sonic | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Sonic | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4039 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1735 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1506 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2525 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 5.1 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.3 L/100km | 14.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 117 L |
