1988 GMC Suburban vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 18 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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1988 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator 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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 GMC Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Suburban | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | GMC | Lincoln |
| Model | Suburban | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 5406 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1980 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3020 mm |
