1990 GMC Suburban vs. 2006 Hummer H3
To start off, 2006 Hummer H3 is newer by 16 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, 2006 Hummer H3 (220 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 GMC Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hummer H3 should accelerate faster than 1990 GMC Suburban.
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 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Hummer H3. (305 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Hummer H3.
Compare all specifications:
1990 GMC Suburban | 2006 Hummer H3 | |
Make | GMC | Hummer |
Model | Suburban | H3 |
Year Released | 1990 | 2006 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 305 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2180 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 2020 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 3120 mm |