1998 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 15 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (287 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1998 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 470 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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, 1998 Chevrolet Suburban (456 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Chevrolet Suburban | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
Model | Suburban | Lancer |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 247 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 456 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2100 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4495 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2650 mm |