1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Jeep Wrangler
To start off, 2012 Jeep Wrangler 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, 2012 Jeep Wrangler (285 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Wrangler should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 297 kg more than 2012 Jeep Wrangler.
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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. (352 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Jeep Wrangler. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 Jeep Wrangler has manual transmission. 2012 Jeep Wrangler will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1993 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Jeep Wrangler | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
Model | Suburban | Wrangler |
Year Released | 1993 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 285 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 352 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1848 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4404 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2946 mm |