1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2006 Dodge Durango is newer by 14 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, 2006 Dodge Durango (230 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Durango weights approximately 73 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. 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 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Dodge Durango. (393 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Dodge Durango | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Suburban | Durango |
Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7438 cc | 4703 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2343 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3030 mm |