2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL
To start off, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL 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 Mercedes-Benz GL (335 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL. (459 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2011 Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Suburban | GL |
Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 459 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5098 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1839 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3076 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 100 L |