1989 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2011 Ford Expedition is newer by 22 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1989 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1989 GMC Suburban.
Because 1989 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Expedition. 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, 2011 Ford Expedition (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 GMC Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 GMC Suburban | 2011 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3023 mm |
