1997 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1998 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1998 Toyota Supra is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Supra (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 485 kg more than 1998 Toyota Supra.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Supra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Supra. (441 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Supra. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1998 Toyota Supra has manual transmission. 1998 Toyota Supra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Suburban | 1998 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Supra |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 2996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2560 mm |
