1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2003 Chrysler Pacifica
To start off, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica is newer by 9 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica (253 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chrysler Pacifica should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Chrysler Pacifica weights approximately 17 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. 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 (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica. (339 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chrysler Pacifica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 2003 Chrysler Pacifica | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chrysler |
| Model | Suburban | Pacifica |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3518 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 253 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 2165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2620 mm |
