1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Transporter 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (172 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 234 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. 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 (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Suburban | Transporter |
Year Released | 1992 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Van |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 2344 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3010 mm |