2009 Acura RL vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Acura RL is newer by 1 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2009 Acura RL. (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Acura RL.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (520 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Acura RL. (367 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura RL | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
Model | RL | Suburban |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 5967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 352 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 367 Nm | 520 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3310 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 148 L |