1991 GMC Suburban vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage is newer by 18 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, 1991 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2009 Kia Sportage. (111 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2009 Kia Sportage.
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 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Kia Sportage. (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1991 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Kia Sportage.
Compare all specifications:
1991 GMC Suburban | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
Make | GMC | Kia |
Model | Suburban | Sportage |
Year Released | 1991 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1991 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2640 mm |