2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Acura TL
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Acura TL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Acura TL would be higher. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2006 Acura TL. (258 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Acura TL.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Acura TL. (316 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Acura TL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Acura TL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
Model | Suburban | TL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5298 cc | 3212 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 258 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 64 L |