2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1070 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Chevrolet Impala. (290 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Chevrolet Impala.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 1993 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Impala | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3505 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 2145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3350 mm |
