2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Pontiac Trans Am would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. (153 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. 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 (461 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. (455 Nm). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Pontiac Trans Am. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2001 Pontiac Trans Am has manual transmission. 2001 Pontiac Trans Am 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 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Pontiac |
| Model | Suburban | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2570 mm |
