2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (284 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 219 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe. (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe.
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2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Chevrolet Tahoe | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Suburban | Tahoe |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5326 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 284 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 427 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2200 kg | 2419 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1970 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2950 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |