1999 GMC Suburban vs. 1996 Rover 800
To start off, 1999 GMC Suburban is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Rover 800 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 76 more horse power than 1996 Rover 800. (174 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1996 Rover 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 520 kg more than 1996 Rover 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 GMC Suburban is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 GMC Suburban. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Rover 800, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Rover 800. (240 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Suburban | 1996 Rover 800 | |
| Make | GMC | Rover |
| Model | Suburban | 800 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7400 cc | 2497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 174 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2780 mm |
