1987 GMC Suburban vs. 2004 Suzuki XL7
To start off, 2004 Suzuki XL7 is newer by 17 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, 2004 Suzuki XL7 (185 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1987 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki XL7 should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 525 kg more than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
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) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Suzuki XL7. (250 Nm). This means 1987 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Suzuki XL7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Suburban | 2004 Suzuki XL7 | |
| Make | GMC | Suzuki |
| Model | Suburban | XL7 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 185 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2810 mm |
