2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Toyota Yaris

To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Suburban and 2008 Toyota Yaris 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 (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (89 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Yaris. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1145 kg more than 2008 Toyota Yaris. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Yaris. 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 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Yaris. (190 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Yaris.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Chevrolet Suburban 2008 Toyota Yaris
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Suburban Yaris
Year Released 2008 2008
Body Type SUV Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5328 cc 1364 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 310 HP 89 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 190 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 1800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2200 kg 1055 kg
Vehicle Length 5660 mm 3760 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1540 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2470 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 14 L/100km 4.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 42 L


 

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