2008 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Corvette and 2008 Chevrolet Suburban were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Corvette | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Corvette | Suburban |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 5328 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 398 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 546 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 14 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 117 L |