1990 GMC Suburban vs. 2004 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2004 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 14 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, 1990 GMC Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2004 Hyundai Terracan. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Hyundai Terracan.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Hyundai Terracan. (345 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Suburban | 2004 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Suburban | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2902 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
