1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 12 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, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (165 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 700 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara. (220 Nm). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Suburban | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2490 mm |
