1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2012 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 19 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 39 more horse power than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 10 kg more than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban.
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, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Hyundai Terracan. (339 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Hyundai Terracan | |
Make | Chevrolet | Hyundai |
Model | Suburban | Terracan |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 339 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 2155 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4720 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2760 mm |