2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1992 Ford Festiva
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Ford Festiva. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Ford Festiva would be higher. At 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (325 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1849 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. 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 1992 Ford Festiva. 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 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 1992 Ford Festiva | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Festiva |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1323 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2659 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2300 mm |
