2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport vs. 1990 GMC Suburban
To start off, 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 GMC Suburban (209 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (183 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Because 1990 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 GMC Suburban will offer significantly more control. 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, 1990 GMC Suburban (407 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport. (285 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Chevrolet Trans Sport | 1990 GMC Suburban | |
| Make | Chevrolet | GMC |
| Model | Trans Sport | Suburban |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3350 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3300 mm |
