1993 GMC Typhoon vs. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 GMC Typhoon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 GMC Typhoon would be higher. At 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 GMC Typhoon (282 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 GMC Typhoon should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 380 kg more than 1993 GMC Typhoon.
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 GMC Typhoon (474 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1993 GMC Typhoon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1993 GMC Typhoon | 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | GMC | Chevrolet |
Model | Typhoon | Suburban |
Year Released | 1993 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 6466 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 474 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 2120 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 3350 mm |