2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1994 Eagle Summit
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Eagle Summit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Eagle Summit would be higher. At 5,963 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1994 Eagle Summit. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1994 Eagle Summit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 940 kg more than 1994 Eagle Summit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Eagle Summit. 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 (509 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Eagle Summit. (157 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Eagle Summit.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1994 Eagle Summit | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Eagle |
| Model | Suburban | Summit |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2530 mm |
