2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 5,439 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (470 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz G (700 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | G |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2650 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 16.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 96 L |
