2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Ferrari California
To start off, 2011 Ferrari California is newer by 3 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, 2011 Ferrari California (460 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ferrari California should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 465 kg more than 2011 Ferrari California.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ferrari California. 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 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Ferrari California. (483 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Ferrari California. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2011 Ferrari California has manual transmission. 2011 Ferrari California 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.
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2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Ferrari California | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ferrari |
Model | Suburban | California |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 460 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 7750 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 483 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4562 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1902 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1308 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 12.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 78 L |