1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Volvo V50
To start off, 2005 Volvo V50 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 19 more horse power than 2005 Volvo V50. (208 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 755 kg more than 2005 Volvo V50. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 192 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volvo V50. (330 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volvo V50. 2005 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Volvo |
| Model | Suburban | V50 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7438 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2720 mm |
