2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler Pacifica 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 99 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. (253 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 580 kg more than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. 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 (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica. (355 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Suburban | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2960 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 87 L |
