1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Ford Freestar
To start off, 2006 Ford Freestar 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Freestar (194 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 290 kg more than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Freestar. 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 (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Freestar. (330 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Ford Freestar | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Freestar |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3070 mm |
