2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Renault Scenic

To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Suburban and 2008 Renault Scenic were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2008 Renault Scenic. (161 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Renault Scenic.

Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Renault Scenic. 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Renault Scenic. (270 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Renault Scenic.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2008 Renault Scenic
Make Chevrolet Renault
Model Suburban Scenic
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Minivan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5328 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 320 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 461 Nm 270 Nm
Torque RPM 4200 RPM 3250 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5660 mm 4270 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1820 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1630 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2690 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.8 L/100km 8.1 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 60 L


 

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