1999 GMC Suburban vs. 2012 Ford Taurus
To start off, 2012 Ford Taurus is newer by 13 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, 2012 Ford Taurus (263 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1999 GMC Suburban. (250 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1999 GMC Suburban. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Suburban weights approximately 134 kg more than 2012 Ford Taurus.
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, 2012 Ford Taurus, 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 2012 Ford Taurus. (337 Nm). This means 1999 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Taurus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Suburban | 2012 Ford Taurus | |
| Make | GMC | Ford |
| Model | Suburban | Taurus |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7400 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 263 HP |
| Torque | 455 Nm | 337 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1821 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5590 mm | 5154 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1542 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3350 mm | 2868 mm |
