1985 GMC Suburban vs. 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 21 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, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe (157 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1985 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1985 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 555 kg more than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 @ 2400 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe. (245 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe.
Compare all specifications:
1985 GMC Suburban | 2006 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | GMC | Hyundai |
Model | Suburban | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4299 cc | 2655 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 157 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1685 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2630 mm |