1989 GMC Suburban vs. 2003 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2003 Toyota Avensis is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (108 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Avensis.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Avensis. (274 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Avensis. 1989 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2003 Toyota Avensis has manual transmission. 2003 Toyota Avensis will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 GMC Suburban | 2003 Toyota Avensis | |
Make | GMC | Toyota |
Model | Suburban | Avensis |
Year Released | 1989 | 2003 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 274 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2720 mm |