2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 5,461 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (383 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Mercedes-Benz E.
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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz E (530 Nm @ 280 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Suburban | E |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5461 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 383 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 280 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |