1989 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1989 Chevrolet Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 670 kg more than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Highlander. (328 Nm). This means 1989 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Highlander.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Suburban | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Toyota |
| Model | Suburban | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 2300 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2660 mm |
