1985 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Toyota Echo
To start off, 2005 Toyota Echo is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Echo. (108 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Echo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1308 kg more than 2005 Toyota Echo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Echo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 GMC Suburban (312 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Echo. (143 Nm). This means 1985 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Echo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 GMC Suburban | 2005 Toyota Echo | |
| Make | GMC | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Echo |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2380 mm |
