2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Express is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (301 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Express. 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 (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Express. (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
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2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Chevrolet Express | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Suburban | Express |
Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 8 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3440 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 117 L |