1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser

To start off, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 589 kg more than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser.

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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. (376 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser has automatic transmission and 1992 Chevrolet Suburban has manual transmission. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1992 Chevrolet Suburban 2005 Toyota Land Cruiser
Make Chevrolet Toyota
Model Suburban Land Cruiser
Year Released 1992 2005
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7438 cc 3956 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 227 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 522 Nm 376 Nm
Torque RPM 1600 RPM 3800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 2270 kg 1681 kg
Wheelbase Size 3350 mm 2610 mm