1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Cadillac STS
To start off, 2010 Cadillac STS is newer by 14 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, 2010 Cadillac STS (302 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 298 kg more than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Cadillac STS. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Cadillac STS. (368 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Cadillac STS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Cadillac STS | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Cadillac |
| Model | Suburban | STS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 368 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1802 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4996 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1844 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1463 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2957 mm |
