1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Dodge Caliber
To start off, 2009 Dodge Caliber is newer by 16 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 33 more horse power than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (154 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Dodge Caliber. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 720 kg more than 2009 Dodge Caliber. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Caliber. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Caliber. (190 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Caliber.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Dodge Caliber | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Caliber |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2640 mm |
