2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (127 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Because 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara has manual transmission. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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.
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2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
Model | Suburban | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5298 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 66 L |