2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1993 Plymouth Acclaim
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Plymouth Acclaim would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. (150 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1439 kg more than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim. (244 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Plymouth Acclaim.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1993 Plymouth Acclaim | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Suburban | Acclaim |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2755 kg | 1316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2630 mm |
