2003 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe (260 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 8 kg more than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe. (393 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tahoe | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4807 cc | 7438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2262 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3350 mm |
