2008 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 2013 GMC Sierra. (192 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2013 GMC Sierra.
Because 2013 GMC Sierra 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, 2013 GMC Sierra 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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 GMC Sierra. (353 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 GMC Sierra.
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2008 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 GMC Sierra | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Suburban | Sierra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5298 cc | 4300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 192 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 461 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5702 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2031 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1875 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3378 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 129 L |