2011 Ford F-250 vs. 1992 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2011 Ford F-250 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 7,438 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (227 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban.
Because 1992 Chevrolet Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford F-250. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 2011 Ford F-250 (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban. (522 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Chevrolet Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Ford F-250 | 1992 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | Chevrolet |
| Model | F-250 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6200 cc | 7438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 548 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Flex Fuel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 6269 mm | 5580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2029 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1966 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3967 mm | 3350 mm |
