2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1993 Porsche 968
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 968. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Porsche 968 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 55 more horse power than 1993 Porsche 968. (240 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1993 Porsche 968.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Porsche 968. 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 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Porsche 968. (305 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Porsche 968.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1993 Porsche 968 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Porsche |
| Model | Suburban | 968 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 74 L |
