1998 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R
To start off, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. (221 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz R. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mercedes-Benz R weights approximately 170 kg more than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban.
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, 2006 Mercedes-Benz R (511 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Mercedes-Benz R will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Suburban | 2006 Mercedes-Benz R | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Suburban | R |
Year Released | 1998 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 456 Nm | 511 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 6 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 3220 mm |