1991 Chevrolet Suburban vs. 2009 GMC Acadia

To start off, 2009 GMC Acadia is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Acadia (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Acadia should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet 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, 1991 Chevrolet Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Acadia. (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Acadia.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Chevrolet Suburban 2009 GMC Acadia
Make Chevrolet GMC
Model Suburban Acadia
Year Released 1991 2009
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5733 cc 3598 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 208 HP 288 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6300 RPM
Torque 407 Nm 366 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1950 mm 1990 mm
Vehicle Height 1800 mm 1780 mm
Wheelbase Size 3300 mm 3030 mm


 

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