2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML.
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 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. (370 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML has manual transmission. 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 | 2001 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | ML |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 2606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 83 L |
