1991 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz G
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G is newer by 21 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 1 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz G. (207 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz G.
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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz G (540 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 GMC Suburban. (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 GMC Suburban.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 GMC Suburban | 2012 Mercedes-Benz G | |
| Make | GMC | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Suburban | G |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 540 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4686 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2850 mm |
