2005 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1997 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Coupe 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 206 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1575 kg more than 1997 Fiat Coupe. 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 1997 Fiat Coupe. 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 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm). This means 2005 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Suburban | 1997 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Fiat |
| Model | Suburban | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 82.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2755 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 140 L | 50 L |
