1995 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Cruze is newer by 17 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, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (161 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze.

Because 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. (360 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Cruze. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2012 Chevrolet Cruze has manual transmission. 2012 Chevrolet Cruze will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

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1995 Chevrolet Suburban 2012 Chevrolet Cruze
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Suburban Cruze
Year Released 1995 2012
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5731 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 187 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 360 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 9 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Length 5580 mm 4597 mm
Vehicle Width 1960 mm 1788 mm
Vehicle Height 1910 mm 1476 mm
Wheelbase Size 3350 mm 2685 mm