2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 4 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (321 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (280 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Express. 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 (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Express |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 2070 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 21.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 117 L |
