2001 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2008 Ford Expedition is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Expedition (301 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1220 kg more than 2008 Ford Expedition.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban. (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Ford Expedition | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | Expedition |
Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5327 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 442 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2330 kg | 1110 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3030 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 106 L |