2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2008 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Because 2008 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Charger will offer significantly more control. 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 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Charger |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.9 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 72 L |
