2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Suburban and 2008 Porsche 911 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche 911. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Suburban | 911 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5298 cc | 3596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 461 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 67 L |