2009 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 1995 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Plymouth Neon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Plymouth Neon would be higher. At 5,298 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1995 Plymouth Neon. (131 HP @ 5850 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1995 Plymouth Neon.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Plymouth Neon. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 280 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Plymouth Neon. (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Plymouth Neon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Suburban | 1995 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Plymouth |
| Model | Suburban | Neon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5298 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 79 L |
