1997 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2010 Acura MDX
To start off, 2010 Acura MDX is newer by 13 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, 2010 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 36 kg more than 2010 Acura MDX.
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 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Acura MDX. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Acura MDX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Suburban | 2010 Acura MDX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Acura |
| Model | Suburban | MDX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2064 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4867 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1732 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2751 mm |
