2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette

To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.

Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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 Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban has automatic transmission and 1993 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2009 Chevrolet Suburban 1993 Chevrolet Corvette
Make Chevrolet Chevrolet
Model Suburban Corvette
Year Released 2009 1993
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5298 cc 5733 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 310 HP 380 HP
Engine RPM 5200 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 454 Nm 512 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 4800 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 8 seats 2 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 5660 mm 4540 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1960 mm 1210 mm
Wheelbase Size 3310 mm 2450 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 117 L 68 L


 

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