2007 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (311 HP) has 133 more horse power than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (178 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
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, 2007 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volkswagen Passat. (371 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Suburban | Passat |
Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 311 HP | 178 HP |
Torque | 454 Nm | 371 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 78.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 62 L |