1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Dodge Durango
To start off, 2009 Dodge Durango 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, 2009 Dodge Durango (211 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 454 kg more than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Durango. 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 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Durango. (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Durango.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Dodge Durango | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
| Model | Suburban | Durango |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1691 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3030 mm |
