2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 GMC Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 GMC Sierra would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2007 GMC Sierra. (295 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 GMC Sierra. 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 (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 GMC Sierra. (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 GMC Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Suburban | Sierra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4802 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 414 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3650 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |