2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Suburban and 2008 Volvo XC90 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. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (311 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90.
Because 2008 Volvo XC90 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 Volvo XC90 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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo XC90. (440 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo XC90.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
Model | Suburban | XC90 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5298 cc | 4414 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 311 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 80 L |