1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-9 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, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (270 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 930 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-9.
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 (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda CX-9. (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2110 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2880 mm |
