2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Dodge Charger 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 162 more horse power than 2007 Dodge Charger. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Dodge Charger.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Dodge Charger. 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Dodge Charger. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Dodge Charger | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Suburban | Charger |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 2736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 190 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 68 L |