1987 GMC Suburban vs. 2006 Hummer H3
To start off, 2006 Hummer H3 is newer by 19 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, 2006 Hummer H3 (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1987 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Suburban.
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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hummer H3. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Suburban | 2006 Hummer H3 | |
| Make | GMC | Hummer |
| Model | Suburban | H3 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 3457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2850 mm |
