1999 GMC Suburban vs. 2008 Honda Accord
To start off, 2008 Honda Accord is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 7,400 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Accord (268 HP) has 18 more horse power than 1999 GMC Suburban. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 675 kg more than 2008 Honda Accord.
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, 2008 Honda Accord, 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 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Accord. (337 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Suburban | 2008 Honda Accord | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | Accord |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7400 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 268 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1280 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2810 mm |
