1990 GMC Suburban vs. 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 14 more horse power than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (195 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
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 95 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee. (312 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee.
Compare all specifications:
1990 GMC Suburban | 2004 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Make | GMC | Jeep |
Model | Suburban | Grand Cherokee |
Year Released | 1990 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3965 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 195 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 312 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2700 mm |