1999 GMC Suburban vs. 1996 Mazda MPV
To start off, 1999 GMC Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Mazda MPV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Mazda MPV would be higher. At 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Suburban (250 HP) has 136 more horse power than 1996 Mazda MPV. (114 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1996 Mazda MPV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 165 kg more than 1996 Mazda MPV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1999 GMC Suburban (455 Nm) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mazda MPV. (277 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mazda MPV. 1999 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1996 Mazda MPV has manual transmission. 1996 Mazda MPV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Suburban | 1996 Mazda MPV | |
| Make | GMC | Mazda |
| Model | Suburban | MPV |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7400 cc | 2498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2850 mm |
