1990 GMC Suburban vs. 2002 Acura CL
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1990 GMC Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Suburban.
Because 1990 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Acura CL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Acura CL. (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Acura CL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Suburban | 2002 Acura CL | |
| Make | GMC | Acura |
| Model | Suburban | CL |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3210 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6900 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 315 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2580 mm |
