1973 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,063 cc, 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (425 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 325 more horse power than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1973 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 2006 Dodge Charger (570 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Charger |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 6063 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 425 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3050 mm |
