1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 15 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (444 HP) has 217 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 366 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, 2007 Volkswagen Touareg (600 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Suburban | Touareg |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7438 cc | 5998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 444 HP |
Torque | 522 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2636 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2860 mm |