1991 GMC Suburban vs. 2002 Mercedes-Benz S
To start off, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (302 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1991 GMC Suburban. (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S should accelerate faster than 1991 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, 2002 Mercedes-Benz S (460 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 GMC Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Mercedes-Benz S will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 GMC Suburban | 2002 Mercedes-Benz S | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | S |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 4966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 5050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2860 mm |
