1987 GMC Suburban vs. 2009 Saturn Aura
To start off, 2009 Saturn Aura is newer by 22 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, 2009 Saturn Aura (167 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1987 GMC Suburban. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Saturn Aura should accelerate faster than 1987 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 GMC Suburban weights approximately 911 kg more than 2009 Saturn Aura.
Because 1987 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Saturn Aura. 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, 1987 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Saturn Aura. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Saturn Aura.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 GMC Suburban | 2009 Saturn Aura | |
| Make | GMC | Saturn |
| Model | Suburban | Aura |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4300 cc | 2382 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 167 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2860 mm |
