1990 GMC Suburban vs. 2013 Ford Focus
To start off, 2013 Ford Focus is newer by 23 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 51 more horse power than 2013 Ford Focus. (158 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Focus.
Because 1990 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Ford Focus. 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 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Focus. (198 Nm @ 4450 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Focus.
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1990 GMC Suburban | 2013 Ford Focus | |
Make | GMC | Ford |
Model | Suburban | Focus |
Year Released | 1990 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4450 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4359 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2060 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1466 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2649 mm |