1988 GMC Suburban vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 16 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 55 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Because 1988 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Mercury Sable. 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 @ 2800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1988 GMC Suburban | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
Make | GMC | Mercury |
Model | Suburban | Sable |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2985 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2870 mm |