1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Ford Explorer
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 15 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, 2009 Ford Explorer (292 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1176 kg more than 2009 Ford Explorer.
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, 2009 Ford Explorer (427 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Ford Explorer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Explorer |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 292 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 427 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2890 mm |
