1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban

To start off, both 1996 Chevrolet Corvette and 1996 Chevrolet Suburban were released in the same year (1996). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. Both 1996 Chevrolet Corvette and 1996 Chevrolet Suburban are equipped with a 5,733 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 635 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.

Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (461 Nm) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. (455 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Chevrolet Corvette 1996 Chevrolet Suburban
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Corvette Suburban
Year Released 1996 1996
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 5733 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 330 HP 247 HP
Torque 461 Nm 455 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 9 seats
Vehicle Weight 1465 kg 2100 kg
Vehicle Length 4540 mm 5580 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 1960 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2450 mm 3350 mm


 

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