2008 Chevrolet Express vs. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Express would be higher. Both 2008 Chevrolet Express and 2012 Chevrolet Suburban are equipped with a 5,300 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Express. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1312 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Express. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Express 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, 2012 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Express. (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Express | 2012 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Express | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2573 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |
