2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 Ford F-150
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Ford F-150 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 (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2003 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Ford F-150. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 125 kg more than 2003 Ford F-150. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford F-150. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2003 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2003 Ford F-150 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.
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2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | F-150 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 202 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2000 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3050 mm |