1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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 29 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 159 kg more than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. 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 157 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Passat. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2010 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2010 Volkswagen Passat 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.
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1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Chevrolet | Volkswagen |
Model | Suburban | Passat |
Year Released | 1994 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2148 kg | 2307 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2720 mm |