2006 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1997 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Avensis. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Avensis 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 186 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Avensis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 965 kg more than 1997 Toyota Avensis. 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 Toyota Avensis. 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 (455 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Avensis. (155 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Avensis.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Suburban | 1997 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2165 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5580 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 60 L |
