1994 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 19 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (221 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 550 kg more than 2013 Subaru Forester.
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 (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Subaru Forester. (306 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Suburban | Forester |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6466 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4560 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2006 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2615 mm |
