2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1948 Jeep CJ3A
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ3A.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ3A. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1948 Jeep CJ3A has manual transmission. 1948 Jeep CJ3A will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1948 Jeep CJ3A | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Suburban | CJ3A |
Year Released | 2008 | 1948 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2040 mm |