1997 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2005 Toyota 4Runner is newer by 8 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, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (245 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 245 kg more than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota 4Runner. (382 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 382 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2660 mm |
