2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara vs. 2012 Chevrolet Silverado
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara would be higher. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (323 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (157 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2012 Chevrolet Silverado (516 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (213 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Suzuki Grand Vitara | 2012 Chevrolet Silverado | |
| Make | Suzuki | Chevrolet |
| Model | Grand Vitara | Silverado |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2493 cc | 5999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 157 HP | 323 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 516 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 6337 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1965 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 4018 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 136 L |
