2004 Chevrolet Uplander vs. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Uplander is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Uplander (197 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Uplander should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 120 kg more than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander. (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Chevrolet Uplander.
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2004 Chevrolet Uplander | 1993 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Uplander | Suburban |
Year Released | 2004 | 1993 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 299 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2025 kg | 2145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3350 mm |