2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Ford F-350
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Ford F-350. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Ford F-350 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Ford F-350 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-350. (300 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-350.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford F-350. 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, 2006 Ford F-350 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-350 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Ford F-350 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | F-350 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 144 L |
