1988 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Hyundai ix35
To start off, 2011 Hyundai ix35 is newer by 23 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 95 more horse power than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (113 HP @ 400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Hyundai ix35.
Because 1988 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Hyundai ix35. 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 147 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Hyundai ix35. (260 Nm @ 1250 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Hyundai ix35. 1988 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2011 Hyundai ix35 has manual transmission. 2011 Hyundai ix35 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 | 2011 Hyundai ix35 | |
Make | GMC | Hyundai |
Model | Suburban | ix35 |
Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1685 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 400 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 260 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2640 mm |