1992 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Touareg 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (227 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (221 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 42 kg more than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban.
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 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. (501 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Touareg. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1992 Chevrolet Suburban has manual transmission. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Suburban | Touareg |
Year Released | 1992 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7438 cc | 2967 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 227 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 501 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2270 kg | 2312 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2860 mm |