1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 1995 Dodge Dakota is newer by 2 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 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Dakota (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 525 kg more than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Suburban | Dakota |
Year Released | 1993 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2850 mm |