2008 Lexus LS vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Lexus LS would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. (320 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 598 kg more than 2008 Lexus LS.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Lexus LS (493 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Lexus LS | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Lexus | Chevrolet |
Model | LS | Suburban |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4608 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 320 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 493 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1945 kg | 2543 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 5649 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2009 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1951 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3302 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 117 L |