1977 GMC Suburban vs. 2006 Toyota Sienna
To start off, 2006 Toyota Sienna is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Sienna (215 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1977 GMC Suburban. (101 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Sienna should accelerate faster than 1977 GMC Suburban.
Because 1977 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Toyota Sienna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 2006 Toyota Sienna (301 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 GMC Suburban. (242 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Sienna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 GMC Suburban | 2006 Toyota Sienna | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Sienna |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 3308 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 242 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3040 mm |
