1996 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2008 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1996 Buick Roadmaster.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Buick Roadmaster. (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Buick Roadmaster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Buick Roadmaster | 2008 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
| Model | Roadmaster | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 5660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3310 mm |
