2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan
To start off, 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (175 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan. (278 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Dodge Grand Caravan | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Grand Caravan |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 3299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3080 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |
