2008 Chrysler Voyager vs. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 904 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Voyager.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Suburban is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2011 Chevrolet Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Voyager, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chrysler Voyager. (219 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Voyager | 2011 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Voyager | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 352 HP |
| Torque | 219 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1915 kg | 2819 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 148 L |
