2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche 911 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 76 more horse power than 2002 Porsche 911. (276 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche 911.
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, 2002 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (520 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche 911 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 | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 841 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 64 L |
