2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1999 Ford Focus
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Focus 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 253 more horse power than 1999 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 960 kg more than 1999 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Focus. 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 (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 373 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Ford Focus. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 1999 Ford Focus | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Focus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 55 L |
