1997 Lexus LS vs. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Lexus LS would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (352 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1997 Lexus LS. (280 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1997 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 924 kg more than 1997 Lexus LS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2010 Chevrolet Suburban (517 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Lexus LS. (398 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Lexus LS | 2010 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Lexus | Chevrolet |
| Model | LS | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 352 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 517 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 3302 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 148 L |
