2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML would be higher. At 5,460 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML 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 Mercedes-Benz ML 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, 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
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2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Mercedes-Benz ML | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Suburban | ML |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 382 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 530 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 17 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 95 L |