1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 675 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
Model | Suburban | 911 |
Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 315 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 370 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2360 mm |