2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1997 Ford Scorpio
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Scorpio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Scorpio 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 221 more horse power than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Scorpio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 935 kg more than 1997 Ford Scorpio. 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 1997 Ford Scorpio. 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 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Scorpio. (173 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Scorpio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1997 Ford Scorpio | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Scorpio |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5963 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1450 mm |
