1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Mazda 6
To start off, 2010 Mazda 6 is newer by 16 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 17 more horse power than 2010 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 647 kg more than 2010 Mazda 6. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda 6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 181 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Mazda 6 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | 6 |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 1501 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1839 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2789 mm |
