1987 GMC Suburban vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 15 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (201 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1987 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 505 kg more than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E.
Because 1987 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Mercedes-Benz E. 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz E (479 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Suburban | 2002 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | E |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3224 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2860 mm |
