1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1994 Dodge Intrepid
To start off, 1994 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Intrepid (200 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 640 kg more than 1994 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Dodge Intrepid. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 1994 Dodge Intrepid | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Intrepid |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3228 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1505 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2870 mm |
