2007 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (398 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 675 kg more than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1995 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 2007 Chevrolet Corvette (546 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Corvette | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 5731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 398 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 2145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 3350 mm |
