1988 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G 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, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1988 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 1988 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, 1988 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G. (300 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Suburban | 2005 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | G |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 212 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2410 mm |
