2004 Porsche 911 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2004 Porsche 911 is newer by 12 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (315 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 845 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
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, 1992 Chevrolet Suburban (522 Nm) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Porsche 911. (370 Nm). This means 1992 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Porsche 911 | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Porsche | Chevrolet |
| Model | 911 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 3589 cc | 7438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3350 mm |
