1993 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Scion FR-S
To start off, 2013 Scion FR-S is newer by 20 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, 2013 Scion FR-S (197 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion FR-S should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 872 kg more than 2013 Scion FR-S.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Scion FR-S. 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 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Scion FR-S. (205 Nm @ 6600 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Scion FR-S. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2013 Scion FR-S has manual transmission. 2013 Scion FR-S 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 | 2013 Scion FR-S | |
Make | Chevrolet | Scion |
Model | Suburban | FR-S |
Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1273 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4235 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1425 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2570 mm |