1997 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 16 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, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche weights approximately 486 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche. (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Suburban | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 5328 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5621 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1946 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3302 mm |
