2005 Acura RL vs. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2005 Acura RL is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura RL (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. (247 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 340 kg more than 2005 Acura RL.
Because 1997 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura RL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura RL. (353 Nm). This means 1997 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura RL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura RL | 1997 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Acura | Chevrolet |
| Model | RL | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 455 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 2100 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3350 mm |
