1988 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Mini One
To start off, 2005 Mini One 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 119 more horse power than 2005 Mini One. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 Mini One.
Because 1988 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Mini One. 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mini One. (140 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mini One. 1988 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2005 Mini One has manual transmission. 2005 Mini One 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.
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1988 GMC Suburban | 2005 Mini One | |
Make | GMC | Mini |
Model | Suburban | One |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2470 mm |