1997 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban.
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 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Toyota Venza. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Toyota Venza.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Suburban | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Venza |
Year Released | 1997 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2780 mm |