1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, both 1993 Chevrolet Suburban and 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 were released in the same year (1993). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 485 kg more than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 has manual transmission. 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | 280 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2700 mm |
