1987 GMC Suburban vs. 2006 Infiniti M
To start off, 2006 Infiniti M 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 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1987 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti M 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, 2006 Infiniti M (461 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 GMC Suburban. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Suburban | 2006 Infiniti M | |
| Make | GMC | Infiniti |
| Model | Suburban | M |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 4494 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 461 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 140 mm |
