2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Exige. (257 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lotus Exige. 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 283 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Exige. (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Exige. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2011 Lotus Exige has manual transmission. 2011 Lotus Exige 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 | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Chevrolet | Lotus |
Model | Suburban | Exige |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 352 HP | 257 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 519 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2299 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 44 L |