2001 Ford F-150 vs. 1988 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2001 Ford F-150 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 GMC Suburban (208 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Ford F-150. (202 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford F-150.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 1988 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Ford F-150. (338 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Ford F-150. 1988 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 2001 Ford F-150 has manual transmission. 2001 Ford F-150 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford F-150 | 1988 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Ford | GMC |
| Model | F-150 | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4193 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3300 mm |
