2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1994 Lada Samara
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Lada Samara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Lada Samara would be higher. At 5,359 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1994 Lada Samara. (64 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1994 Lada Samara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1559 kg more than 1994 Lada Samara. 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 1994 Lada Samara. 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 (454 Nm) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Lada Samara. (98 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Lada Samara.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1994 Lada Samara | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Lada |
| Model | Suburban | Samara |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5359 cc | 1288 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2483 kg | 924 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2470 mm |
