2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,500 cc (12 cylinders), 2013 Mercedes-Benz S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (503 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz S weights approximately 10 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Mercedes-Benz S. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2013 Mercedes-Benz S (830 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2013 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
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2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Mercedes-Benz S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Suburban | S |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 6 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 830 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2210 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5226 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2120 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1479 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3165 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 15.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 23.5 L/100km | 18.4 L/100km |