1990 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (330 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton should accelerate faster than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban.
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, 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton (431 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Chevrolet Suburban. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton has manual transmission. 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1990 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Suburban | Phaeton |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 431 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2890 mm |