1996 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Dodge JOURNEY
To start off, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY is newer by 17 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, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY (279 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge JOURNEY should accelerate faster than 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 174 kg more than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY. (353 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Dodge JOURNEY.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Dodge JOURNEY | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Suburban | JOURNEY |
Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
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 | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1926 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4888 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2127 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1765 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2890 mm |