2008 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Equinox would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (185 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1558 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Equinox is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Equinox 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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox. (285 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Equinox | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Equinox | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3425 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2819 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 148 L |
