1997 Chevrolet Express vs. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (252 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Express. (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Express | 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Express | Suburban |
Year Released | 1997 | 2009 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 252 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 454 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 5660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1960 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3310 mm |