1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Porsche 996
To start off, 2004 Porsche 996 is newer by 10 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, 2004 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 632 kg more than 2004 Porsche 996.
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, 2004 Porsche 996 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 996 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | 996 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6466 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2360 mm |
