1988 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Jeep Cherokee
To start off, 2005 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 17 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 61 more horse power than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (147 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
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, 1988 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jeep Cherokee. (360 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jeep Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Suburban | 2005 Jeep Cherokee | |
| Make | GMC | Jeep |
| Model | Suburban | Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2774 cc |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
