1989 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Citroen C8
To start off, 2007 Citroen C8 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Citroen C8. (201 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Citroen C8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 463 kg more than 2007 Citroen C8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Citroen C8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Citroen C8. (285 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Citroen C8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Citroen C8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Suburban | C8 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2830 mm |
