1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Hummer H3
To start off, 2009 Hummer H3 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 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hummer H3 (239 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 68 kg more than 2009 Hummer H3.
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 (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hummer H3. (327 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Hummer H3 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hummer |
Model | Suburban | H3 |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7438 cc | 3653 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 327 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2202 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2170 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2850 mm |