1990 GMC Suburban vs. 2005 Lexus LS
To start off, 2005 Lexus LS 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, 2005 Lexus LS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1990 GMC Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LS 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 2005 Lexus LS. 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, 2005 Lexus LS (419 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 GMC Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Suburban | 2005 Lexus LS | |
| Make | GMC | Lexus |
| Model | Suburban | LS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 419 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2930 mm |
