1988 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2011 Subaru Forester 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) has 38 more horse power than 2011 Subaru Forester. (170 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2011 Subaru Forester.
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 171 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Subaru Forester. (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 GMC Suburban | 2011 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | GMC | Subaru |
| Model | Suburban | Forester |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1699 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2616 mm |
