1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 18 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 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Porsche Cayman (330 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 770 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Porsche Cayman. 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Suburban | Cayman |
Year Released | 1994 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 6466 cc | 3400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 7400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4346 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1306 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2416 mm |