2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Falcon (362 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 496 kg more than 2012 Ford Falcon.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Ford Falcon. 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, 2012 Ford Falcon (533 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (519 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Falcon |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 362 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 519 Nm | 533 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 68 L |
