2008 Chrysler Aspen vs. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 6,466 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Aspen (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 305 kg more than 2008 Chrysler Aspen.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Chrysler Aspen (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Aspen | 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chrysler | Chevrolet |
| Model | Aspen | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 6466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3350 mm |
