2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1995 Dodge Dakota
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Dakota. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Dakota would be higher. At 5,899 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Dakota. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Dakota.
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, 1995 Dodge Dakota (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban. (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1995 Dodge Dakota | |
Make | Chevrolet | Dodge |
Model | Suburban | Dakota |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5298 cc | 5899 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 454 Nm | 467 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2850 mm |