2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Ford F-150
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Ford F-150. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Ford F-150 would be higher. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2008 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4350 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford F-150.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Ford F-150. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban 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 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford F-150. (353 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford F-150. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2008 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5298 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 5370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 19.6 L/100km | 5.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 98 L |
