2009 Dodge Charger vs. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Dodge Charger is newer by 15 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, 2009 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1994 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 428 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Dodge Charger. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (366 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Charger | 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Dodge | Chevrolet |
| Model | Charger | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 6466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1692 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3350 mm |
