2004 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Subaru Legacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Subaru Legacy would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (200 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1089 kg more than 1992 Subaru Legacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Chevrolet Suburban (447 Nm) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (260 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Suburban | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Suburban | Legacy |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2516 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
