2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Porsche 911
To start off, 2012 Porsche 911 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 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche 911 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 (520 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Porsche 911. (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Porsche 911. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche 911 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 | 2012 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | 911 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 352 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 520 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 16.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 148 L | 67 L |
