2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 231 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Lexus LS (521 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Lexus LS | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lexus |
Model | Suburban | LS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 438 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 521 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2431 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5179 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1875 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3091 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 84 L |