2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1993 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 911 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 23 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 911. (272 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 911.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 911. 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 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 911. (330 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 911. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1993 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 1993 Porsche 911 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1993 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | 911 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.3:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2280 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 73 L |
