2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Hyundai Atos
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Atos 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 294 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (58 HP @ 5450 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Hyundai Atos. 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 (520 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Atos. (83 Nm @ 2850 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Atos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Hyundai Atos | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
| Model | Suburban | Atos |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5450 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2850 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2390 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 35 L |
