1994 Porsche 911 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1994 Porsche 911 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Porsche 911 (247 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 920 kg more than 1994 Porsche 911.
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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Porsche 911. (316 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Porsche 911. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1994 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1994 Porsche 911 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Porsche 911 | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
Model | 911 | Suburban |
Year Released | 1994 | 1992 |
Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 3598 cc | 7438 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 227 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1910 mm |