1997 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2012 Toyota Tundra is newer by 15 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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (381 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 770 kg more than 2012 Toyota Tundra.
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, 2012 Toyota Tundra (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Tundra |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 5663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 381 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1940 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3710 mm |