1995 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (382 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 920 kg more than 2009 Mercedes-Benz G.
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, 2009 Mercedes-Benz G (530 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Chevrolet Suburban | 2009 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | G |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 5461 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 382 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2145 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2860 mm |
