2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 (287 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. (282 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 should accelerate faster than 2006 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 250 kg more than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400. (410 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1991 Mercedes-Benz 400 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Suburban | 400 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5328 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 282 HP | 287 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 410 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 5110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 3050 mm |