1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2005 Mini Cooper is newer by 13 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 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2005 Mini Cooper. (115 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1045 kg more than 2005 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mini Cooper. 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 (522 Nm) has 371 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini Cooper. (151 Nm). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mini |
| Model | Suburban | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7438 cc | 1604 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2470 mm |
