1990 GMC Suburban vs. 2009 Hyundai Azera
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Azera is newer by 19 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, 2009 Hyundai Azera (232 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1990 GMC Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai Azera 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 2009 Hyundai Azera. 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, 1990 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Azera. (303 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Azera.
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1990 GMC Suburban | 2009 Hyundai Azera | |
Make | GMC | Hyundai |
Model | Suburban | Azera |
Year Released | 1990 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3342 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 303 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2790 mm |