1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Honda Element
To start off, 2008 Honda Element is newer by 16 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 (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Honda Element. (166 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Element. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 195 kg more than 2008 Honda Element. 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 (408 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Element. (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Element.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Honda Element | |
Make | Chevrolet | Honda |
Model | Suburban | Element |
Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2352 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2580 mm |