1990 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Ford Edge
To start off, 2012 Ford Edge is newer by 22 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, 2012 Ford Edge (285 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1990 GMC Suburban. (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Edge 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 2012 Ford Edge. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Edge. (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 GMC Suburban | 2012 Ford Edge | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Edge |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 209 HP | 285 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4679 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1702 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2824 mm |
