1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2001 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1095 kg more than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 260 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Suzuki Jimny. 2001 Suzuki Jimny has automatic transmission and 1994 Chevrolet Suburban has manual transmission. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Suzuki Jimny will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 2001 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Suzuki |
| Model | Suburban | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6466 cc | 1328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2260 mm |
