1990 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Hyundai Terracan
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 15 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 9 more horse power than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2005 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Hyundai Terracan. (297 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Hyundai Terracan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Suburban | 2005 Hyundai Terracan | |
| Make | GMC | Hyundai |
| Model | Suburban | Terracan |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2760 mm |
