1987 GMC Suburban vs. 1991 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,300 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1987 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 415 kg more than 1991 Jaguar XJ6.
Because 1987 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Jaguar XJ6. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Suburban | 1991 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | GMC | Jaguar |
| Model | Suburban | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2880 mm |
