2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 229 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (123 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 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 Suburban (520 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 342 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (178 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Avensis 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 | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Avensis |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 60 L |