1988 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Mazda B4000
To start off, 2005 Mazda B4000 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Mazda B4000. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Mazda B4000.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mazda B4000. (310 Nm). This means 1988 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mazda B4000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Mazda B4000 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | B4000 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4029 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3200 mm |
