2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 5 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 (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1058 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Fiat 500. 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 (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2013 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 2013 Fiat 500 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 | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
Model | Suburban | 500 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 133 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 1142 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 3668 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1866 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1503 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2300 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 40 L |