1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 Land Rover Discovery (209 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 560 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (360 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Discovery 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 | 2009 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Land Rover |
| Model | Suburban | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4015 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 2708 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2890 mm |
