1973 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C (202 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1973 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1973 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 GMC Suburban weights approximately 825 kg more than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 1973 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 GMC 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, 1973 GMC Suburban (345 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1973 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 GMC Suburban | 2005 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | C |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 345 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2720 mm |
