2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser 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 212 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 755 kg more than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban (509 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. (295 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 21.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2755 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 90 L |
