1988 GMC Suburban vs. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire
To start off, 2002 Pontiac Sunfire is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire.
Because 1988 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 GMC Suburban (407 Nm) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. (203 Nm). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Pontiac Sunfire. 1988 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2002 Pontiac Sunfire has manual transmission. 2002 Pontiac Sunfire will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Suburban | 2002 Pontiac Sunfire | |
| Make | GMC | Pontiac |
| Model | Suburban | Sunfire |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 203 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2740 mm |
