2009 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe is newer by 16 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (311 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 596 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe.
Because 1993 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe. 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, 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe | 1993 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Chevrolet |
| Model | Tahoe | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5300 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 311 HP | 187 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 454 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 2145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3350 mm |
