1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus is newer by 17 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, 2009 Ford Taurus (263 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1038 kg more than 2009 Ford Taurus.
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 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Taurus. (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Ford Taurus | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | Taurus |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6251 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4501 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1107 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2870 mm |