2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL
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 SL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (510 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL. 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, 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL (720 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (520 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2007 Mercedes-Benz SL 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 SL | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | SL |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 720 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 13.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 80 L |
