1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Ford F-250
To start off, 2006 Ford F-250 is newer by 12 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2006 Ford F-250. (177 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford F-250. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford F-250 weights approximately 708 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban.
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, 2006 Ford F-250 (500 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2006 Ford F-250 has manual transmission. 2006 Ford F-250 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Ford F-250 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | F-250 |
Year Released | 1994 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4198 cc |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 2040 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3490 mm |