1997 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 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 6,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (405 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 629 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.
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, 2013 Ford F-150 (588 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | F-150 |
Year Released | 1997 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 6200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 405 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 455 Nm | 588 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2729 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5603 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2464 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1994 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3378 mm |