1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (320 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 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 712 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Porsche 911. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2004 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2004 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 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | 911 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1398 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2360 mm |
