2009 Ford Mondeo vs. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2009 Ford Mondeo 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, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 560 kg more than 2009 Ford Mondeo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Ford Mondeo. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1994 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mondeo | 1994 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | Mondeo | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 6466 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 159 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 9 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 2120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3350 mm |
