1997 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2008 Ford Edge
To start off, 2008 Ford Edge is newer by 11 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, 2008 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 993 kg more than 2008 Ford Edge.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Suburban | 2008 Ford Edge | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Edge |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1107 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2830 mm |
