1996 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Malibu is newer by 1 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 37 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. (150 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 760 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. 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 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Chevrolet Malibu.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Malibu | 1995 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Malibu | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2392 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1385 kg | 2145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3350 mm |
