2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1988 Citroen Mehari
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Citroen Mehari. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Citroen Mehari would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 296 more horse power than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (29 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen Mehari. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 2243 kg more than 1988 Citroen Mehari. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Citroen Mehari. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (495 Nm) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen Mehari. (39 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen Mehari.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 1988 Citroen Mehari | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Citroen |
| Model | Suburban | Mehari |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 39 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2798 kg | 555 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2410 mm |
