2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe 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, both vehicles can yield 320 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Suburban | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2007 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1953 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2946 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |