2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 5,327 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (195 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1069 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Chevrolet Suburban (442 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado. (354 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Silverado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2001 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Silverado | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 5327 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 282 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 354 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 9 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 117 L |
