1996 Volkswagen Jetta vs. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (366 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. (165 Nm). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Jetta. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1996 Volkswagen Jetta has manual transmission. 1996 Volkswagen Jetta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Volkswagen Jetta | 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Jetta | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1897 cc | 6466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 3350 mm |
