1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2002 Porsche 911
To start off, 2002 Porsche 911 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Porsche 911 (276 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 740 kg more than 2002 Porsche 911.
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, 2002 Porsche 911 (841 Nm) has 433 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (408 Nm). This means 2002 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2002 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2002 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2002 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Suburban | 911 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 841 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2370 mm |