2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 395 kg more than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. 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, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1993 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Colorado | Suburban |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2770 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 407 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 3350 mm |