1999 GMC Suburban vs. 2011 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2011 Honda Pilot is newer by 12 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, both vehicles can yield 250 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Pilot weights approximately 4 kg more than 1999 GMC Suburban.
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, 2011 Honda Pilot, 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 112 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Suburban | 2011 Honda Pilot | |
| Make | GMC | Honda |
| Model | Suburban | Pilot |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7400 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 250 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1959 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 4849 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1803 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2774 mm |
