1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2002 GMC Envoy
To start off, 2002 GMC Envoy is newer by 9 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, 2002 GMC Envoy (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 GMC Envoy weights approximately 125 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2002 GMC Envoy (448 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 2002 GMC Envoy | |
Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
Model | Suburban | Envoy |
Year Released | 1993 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 448 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2880 mm |