1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2005 Toyota Camry is newer by 9 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Camry. (159 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 660 kg more than 2005 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Camry. 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 Suburban (455 Nm) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Camry. (220 Nm). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Camry |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2650 mm |
