2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2010 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 2 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 115 more horse power than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (237 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota Tacoma.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Tacoma. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2010 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2010 Toyota Tacoma will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 520 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 79 L |