1996 Holden Statesman vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1996 Holden Statesman. (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1996 Holden Statesman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1122 kg more than 1996 Holden Statesman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Holden Statesman. (304 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Holden Statesman.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Holden Statesman | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Holden | Chevrolet |
| Model | Statesman | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3789 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3302 mm |
