2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2000 Ferrari Maranello
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ferrari Maranello. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ferrari Maranello would be higher. At 5,474 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Ferrari Maranello is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (485 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ferrari Maranello should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 2000 Ferrari Maranello is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Ferrari Maranello. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Ferrari Maranello (568 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2000 Ferrari Maranello will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2000 Ferrari Maranello has manual transmission. 2000 Ferrari Maranello 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2000 Ferrari Maranello | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
| Model | Suburban | Maranello |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5298 cc | 5474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 485 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 568 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 114 L |
