2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1953 Ford Prefect
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Prefect. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Prefect would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (295 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1953 Ford Prefect. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Prefect.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Ford Prefect. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Prefect. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Prefect. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1953 Ford Prefect has manual transmission. 1953 Ford Prefect will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1953 Ford Prefect | |
Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
Model | Suburban | Prefect |
Year Released | 2006 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1172 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 31 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 71 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2150 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 63.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2220 mm |