1987 GMC Suburban vs. 2003 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2003 Subaru Forester is newer by 16 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, 1987 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2003 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 855 kg more than 2003 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1987 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Subaru Forester. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Subaru Forester. 1987 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2003 Subaru Forester has manual transmission. 2003 Subaru Forester will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 GMC Suburban | 2003 Subaru Forester | |
Make | GMC | Subaru |
Model | Suburban | Forester |
Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4300 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 312 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1385 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2530 mm |