2006 Chevrolet Optra vs. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Optra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (247 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Optra.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 Chevrolet Suburban (455 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chevrolet Optra. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 2006 Chevrolet Optra has manual transmission. 2006 Chevrolet Optra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Optra | 1996 Chevrolet Suburban | |
Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
Model | Optra | Suburban |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1799 cc | 5733 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 455 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 3350 mm |