2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Nissan Qashqai
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Qashqai. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 171 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (139 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Qashqai.
Because 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 Nissan Qashqai 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. (196 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Nissan Qashqai. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2008 Nissan Qashqai has manual transmission. 2008 Nissan Qashqai 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 Nissan Qashqai | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Nissan |
| Model | Suburban | Qashqai |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.9 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 65 L |
