1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2008 Toyota Highlander is newer by 14 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, 2008 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 793 kg more than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
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 120 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Highlander. (287 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Highlander |
Year Released | 1994 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3311 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 287 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2800 mm |